During World War II, African Americans found themselves with conflicting feelings about supporting the war effort, since their own country did not offer them the freedom America was fighting for overseas. In the activities contained within this gallery, students will examine the role African Americans played in the war effort abroad as well as experiences at home.

Learning Objectives:

Students will:

• Examine the role African-Americans played in the war effort abroad during World War II;
• Discuss the civil rights barriers that African Americans faced during the war.

About the Author: 

Eden McCauslin is a Social Studies and English teacher in Chicago Public Schools. Eden previously taught in the District of Columbia Public Schools.