Heather HogueANTH 20911/19/2014World War II: Family HistoryIntroductionThis document will explain the history of World War II and how it relates to my family history. I chose to interview my aunt about her father (my grandfather), Joseph Clayton Hogue aka Skeeter Hogue. I chose my grandfather because, according to most of my group, we fall into the theme of war. WWIII It has been said that World War II began on July 7, 1937, but this is still debated. It made great strides in technology and laid the foundation that created post-war social changes that led to the end of European colonialism, the civil rights movement, the modern women's rights movement, and space programs. The countries involved were the Axis nations (Germany, Italy, Japan), the Allied nations (Great Britain), the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics, and the United States. The Allies emerged as the victors. Casualties in World War II World War II was the most destructive war in all of history. The cost of human lives is unknown, but 50 million service personnel and civilians died. The nations with the highest losses are listed below: • USSR: 42,000,000 • Germany: 9,000,000 • China: 4,000,000 • Japan: 3,000,000 (more information at: http://www.historynet.com /world-war-ii#sthash.GgJ4dqX3. dpuf)The United States in World War IIApparently, the United States was not involved until late 1941. It provided aid to Great Britain and the Soviet Union. After the attack on Pearl Harbor, Congress declared war on Japan. Then, Germany, which honored Japan, declared war on the United States. Other countries such as Italy, Romania and other European Axis alliances did the same. America suffered fewer than 20,000 casualties. “Two American commanders came to public attention during the North African campaign and would become two of the most famous soldiers of the war… in the headlines… in Texas. Lastly, I thought it was interesting how 3 out of 4 of us in my group had connections to WWII. It's pretty interesting how something like war can unite us as a whole. Conclusion In conclusion, this article explained the history of World War II and how it relates to my family history. In the interview I had with my aunt I discussed her father (my grandfather), Joseph Clayton Hogue aka Skeeter Hogue. I chose my grandfather because, based on my group, we fit the war theme. References Cited • Genes. (n.d.). Retrieved November 19, 2014, from http://www.geni.com/• World War II facts, information, and articles about World War II, 1939-1945. (n.d.). Retrieved November 19, 2014, from http://www.historynet.com/world-war-ii• World War II Facts. (n.d.). Retrieved November 19, 2014, from http://world-war-2.info/facts/