How has WWII help shape the idea of equality? Examples would also be great!

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anonymous · Answer

Racism came to an ugly head during the nazi regime and its horrors after the fighting had ended were there for the world to see. Racism was strong in most european countries and had not been taken seriously. The advent and happy departure of the nazis showed what racist thoughts and actions could manifest themselves into and as such minorities were looked upon with less disrespect although still not without suspiscion.

The Red Army in the Soviet Union had female combat battalions and this could be seen as undeniable evidence that male and female equality was an issue that was in need of addressing.

anonymous · Answer

With many men heading to war, women, especially in the US, worked in factories. This helped break down the common misconception that women were to weak to work. Rosie the Riveter was a propaganda example of this concept.

matthewrlee · Answer

Equality for who as perceived by what group? The "idea" of equality or actual equality? Equality for the French, Russians, Canadians, Americans? Equality in what? Be specific in this forum even if your teacher is not specific in his/her question.