As John Jeffries observes in his new and cogent history of America during World War II; our view of the war has been shaped by two widely accepted perspectives: as a watershed in American history; as a “Good War†of national unity; virtue; and success. Searching for the reality behind these catchphrases; Mr. Jeffries finds a richer and more varied portrait of America at war; one that defies easy interpretation. If great changes came to American life; thy were not necessarily brought by the war; if the struggle seemed one of moral unity; not all Americans were equally wedded to the cause. In considering the nation's political economy and the effects of mobilization; the social and cultural mobility of wartime; the experiences of minority groups; the strains of domestic politics; and the influence of propaganda; Mr. Jeffries paints a picture of a people emerging from the Great Depression and eager for a better life; yet often reluctant to abandon the touchstones of their past. His succinct; informative history is a welcome contribution to our understanding of this crucial moment in the American experience.
#451947 in Books Longstreet Press 1994-12Ingredients: Example IngredientsOriginal language:EnglishPDF # 1 11.25 x 8.75 x .75l; #File Name: 156352189X132 pagesThe USS Saratoga: Remembering One of America's Great Aircraft Carriers 1956-1994
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. This is a great book writtenBy Stephen SmithI spent 6 years (2 separate tours) on CVA-60. This is a great book written; I believe; to support efforts to turn the Saratoga into a museum- an effort that; unfortunately; failed.But the book is still worth having and is well done. Highly recommended.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy oldshoeTakes me back to '59-'62 aboard her in W-2 division.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. uss saratogaBy ray hillthe uss saratoga remembering one of americas great aircraft carriers book that i recieved in the mail was fine thanks
