English 10: The Power of Words in WWII: Home

Objective: I can research and analyze the impact of language and media during World War II, focusing on one of three topics:

1. Human Rights: The United Nations (UN) and Its Origins
2. Post-War Impacts of Japanese Internment
3. Wartime Propaganda and Its Influence on Society

This LibGuide contains a curated list of resources to help you with this research assignment. It is organized into 4 types of resources highlighted in the tabs at the top of this page. 

1. Databases & Books: Explore this tab for a list of recommended databases and ebooks offering background information on key topics for this research assignment. You’ll find articles from newspapers, magazines, and academic journals, along with the option to search the library catalog for print books.

2. Human Rights: This tab contains general information from and about the United Nations, with a focus on human rights. 

3. Japanese American: This tab contains a list of recommended websites where you can learn about the Japanese American internment experience, including photographs, videos, and wartime propaganda from World War II.

4. Wartime Propaganda: In this tab, you’ll find a list of suggested websites about the Holocaust, as well as a separate list of websites featuring poster collections on wartime propaganda during World War II.