US History – American Lend-Lease Act & Dr. Seuss Political Cartoons

This powerpoint briefly describes how the Lend-Lease Act was utilized by President Franklin Roosevelt to aid the European allies during WWII. In addition, this presentation includes numerous illustrations by famous political cartoonist Dr. Seuss.

Lend Lease Act & Dr. Seuss Political Cartoons

1.  Select any 2 of the many Dr. Seuss cartoons and explain what it conveys about American neutrality.

The Battle of the Atlantic:  The US begins an undeclared naval battle with Germany when Kearney & Rueben James are sunk Oct. 1941, killing 100 Americans.

The first shots of the Battle of the Atlantic

The sinking of the Athenia

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