The “total war” effort required to fight in the Second World War underscored the irrationality of American policies toward its Black citizens.
The new opportunities the war opened, in both the military and in civilian employment, provided African Americans with greater political power.
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Fanfare
Opening War Theme
“Way Down Yonder in New Orleans”
Composed in 1922 by Henry Creamer and J. Turner Layton. Public domain.
Performed by The Dixieland Jazz Ensemble of the US Coast Guard Band. Public domain recording. Source.
Closing War Theme
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