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Course Description

World War II was fought not only on battlefields across the globe, but also in factories, laboratories, farms, movie studios, and homes. This course explores the remarkable transformation of civilian life during World War II, examining the ingenuity, sacrifice, social change, and scientific breakthroughs that helped determine the outcome of the conflict. Topics include military mobilization and the draft, including who was exempt from service and why; the inventions and discoveries that changed modern warfare, from radar to other critical technologies; and the financing of the war through war bonds, scrap drives, and public campaigns. We will explore the enormous expansion of war production and the unprecedented role of women in the workforce, along with the everyday realities of victory gardens, rationing, and making do with less. How Americans supported the war effort is both fascinating and inspiring.

The Normandy
22701 Lake Avenue, Rocky River
OR
Thursdays, January 21–February 25
10–11:30 a.m. ET
Hamlet Clubhouse
200 Hamlet Hills Drive, Chagrin Falls

This course is offered with the generous support of the Association for Continuing Education

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Section Title
AMERICA’S HOME FRONT IN WORLD WAR II (IN-PERSON)
Type
In Person
Days
T
Time (Eastern Time Zone)
10:30AM to 12:00PM
Dates
Jan 19, 2027 to Feb 23, 2027
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
9.0
Location
  • Off Campus Locations
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee non-credit $109.00
Potential Discount(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Jan 12, 2027
Transfer Request Deadline
Jan 12, 2027
Instructors
Section Title
AMERICA’S HOME FRONT IN WORLD WAR II (IN-PERSON)
Type
In Person
Days
Th
Time (Eastern Time Zone)
10:00AM to 11:30AM
Dates
Jan 21, 2027 to Feb 25, 2027
Schedule and Location
View Details
Contact Hours
9.0
Location
  • Off Campus Locations
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee non-credit $109.00
Potential Discount(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Jan 14, 2027
Transfer Request Deadline
Jan 14, 2027
Instructors
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