A World Reshaped

Martina at the World War II Memorial

Martina in front of the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C.

Kicking off your next time traveling quest, Martina and Terrance have taken you to the end of World War II, in May 1945, when Germans surrendered. From here, you will analyze how the defeated Axis countries were treated by the victorious Allied countries, and investigate how the conquered countries were rebuilt in the image of their conquerors. You will also explore how the United States used its economic power to help Europe and Japan rebuild after a devastating war.

Essential Questions

  • What were the political consequences of World War II?
  • What were the economic consequences of World War II?