1. Mobilization for War (cont.) More Key Terms & Concepts: Office of War Information Shortages Union Membership Great Depression Atlantic Charter

2. Office of War Information OWI was a public relations department created June,1942 to inspire patriotism and support for the war effort. What were some of its tactics? “The kind of man Hitler wishes we didn’t have.” “You can’t do business with Hitler”

3. Consumer Goods Shortages Why would there be a shortage of consumer goods (appliances, clothing, etc.) during the war? What positive effects might such a shortage have in the long run?

4. Union Membership With a huge increase in the work force after the Great Depression, what happened to union membership?

5. The Great Depression What was the effect of the war effort on the American economy?

6. Atlantic Charter August, 1941 meeting between Franklin Roosevelt and Winston Churchill Set an agreement on the aims of the Allies during the war: Didn’t seek to gain territory Respected rights of people to choose their own government Sought to end Nazi tyranny and ensure international safety. Nations must come together to work for peace Led to the formation of the United Nations after the war.