8.4 Economy after 1945 (end of WWII)

Learning Objective E: Explain the causes and effects of the migration of various groups of Americans after 1945.

Learning Target: I can explain the purpose and effects of the GI Bill by analyzing primary sources.

Sourcing Practice on the G.I. Bill

Instructions

1. We will work in 3 groups

2. Each group will be assigned a different resource that was distributed to returning soldiers:

   1. Your “GI Bill of Rights” pamphlet

   2. Starting Your Own Business chapter

   3. Dear Mr. Veteran pamphlet

Together as a team, complete the H-A-P-P-Y handout

Present to the class

1. Summarize your source to the class

2. Explain the contents and explain their sourcing

Exit Ticket

What other historical developments occurred in the 1940s and 1950s in regards to racial equality? (hint: Early Civil Rights Movement)