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The U.S. entered World War II after the other Allied nations, but it led the fight against the Axis.

Objectives

Students will:

  1. Describe the U.S. involvement in military campaigns in Europe.
  2. Describe the U.S. involvement in military campaigns in the Pacific.
  3. Analyze diplomatic relationships between the U.S. and its allies.

Skills Needed

Students must be able to:

  1. Explain what happened on December 7, 1941, and the U.S. response.
  2. Describe the creation of the Axis powers and Allied forces and name the countries included in each.