Lesson 2 World War 1
What did many African American soldiers fight with?
Many African American soldiers fought with distinction in secreted units.
Who also served for the war?
Many Mexican Americans also served in the war, volunteering for service more than minority group in the US.
Were all US soldiers drafted?
Not all US soldiers were drafted; approximately 2 million were volunteers.
What did woman do to be in the armed forces?
For the first time, woman served in the armed forces although only in non-combat roles.
What system was created by Congress to register men for the draft?
A system called selective service was created by congress to register men for the draft.
What was the food and fuel administration?
The food administration increased the country's food production and the fuel administration managed the use of coal and oil.
What was the most important agency created by congress and what was the purpose?
The most important new agency created by congress was the war industries board for the purpose of the coordinating the production of war materials.
What were two laws that limited citizens' Liberty?
Two laws that limited citizens' liberties were the espionage act and sedition act.
What were two ways the country paid for war?
Two ways the country paid for war were by raising taxes and selling bonds.
Who did industries turn to during the military?
With many white men in the military, industries turned to other segments of the population for workers, such as women, African Americans, and Mexican Americans.
