HST 165 Wk 5 Discussion – America and World War II

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

Due Thursday

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

In Week Three of this class, we discussed American reluctance to become involved in World War I, and this week we identify that same reluctance to enter a European war with Hitler. President Roosevelt initially refused to help Jews fleeing German oppression. In the 1930s, the United States adopted a policy of appeasement toward Germany.

Discussion questions:

Why do you think the United States and its European allies adopted this policy of appeasement?

Pearl Harbor was attacked in December 1941, and the United States entered the war immediately. Do you think America would have entered World War II eventually, even without the attack on Pearl Harbor? Why or why not?

How do you think the bombing of Pearl Harbor affected a future decision to use the atomic bomb on Hiroshima? Do you believe there was a connection? Why or why not?

Due Monday

Reply to at least two of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.