1940-41 Buildup of U.S. Army
In September 1939 -- at the outbreak of World War II in Europe -- the U.S. Army had fewer than 200,000 men. Yet by the time of the Japanese … read more
In September 1939 -- at the outbreak of World War II in Europe -- the U.S. Army had fewer than 200,000 men. Yet by the time of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941, this army would grow in size tenfold and see the rise of future military leaders such as George Marshall, Dwight Eisenhower, and George S. Patton. Paul Dickson, author of The Rise of the G.I. Army, explained how this transformation occurred and the impact it had on future wars. Heritage Frederick hosted this discussion and provided the video. close
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