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(b) describing the contributions of women and minorities to the war effort;


Eleanor Roosevelt
PBS: The American Experience

Description: This project website presents the biography of Eleanor Roosevelt, the tireless First Lady who promoted women's and minority rights throughout the duration of World War II. (Secondary source material with hyperlinked primary source images and artifacts).



Teaching Tips:

"Do Now" Suggestion
  • PBS provides a number of good suggestions for Do Nows and Activities in the "Teacher's Guide" section of the website.

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