A Blueprint for War FDR and the Hundred Days that Mobilized America

About the Book

A Blueprint for War: FDR and the Hundred Days That Mobilized America by Susan Dunn examines the critical period between December 1940 and March 1941, when Franklin D. Roosevelt and his administration prepared the United States for a possible entry into the Second World War.

The Hundred Days Before America's Entry into World War II

Following Roosevelt's election to an unprecedented third term, the international situation was rapidly deteriorating. Much of Europe had fallen under German control, Britain was fighting on its own, and Japan was expanding its military position in Asia.

Susan Dunn focuses on the decisions, programs and strategic planning undertaken during these hundred days. The book examines Roosevelt's efforts to mobilize American industry, strengthen national defence and build public and political support while the United States was still officially outside the war.

Roosevelt, Industry and National Strategy

The book explores the development of America's industrial and military preparations and the debates surrounding the country's role in the growing global conflict. It considers the people and institutions involved in shaping policy during this period, including government officials, military leaders and political figures.

Rather than covering the entire Second World War, A Blueprint for War concentrates on the short period immediately preceding America's direct involvement and examines how decisions made during those months helped shape the country's subsequent role in the conflict.

Key Features

Focuses on December 1940 to March 1941; Written by historian Susan Dunn; Examines Franklin D. Roosevelt's wartime preparations; Covers American industry, defence planning and national strategy; Explores the international situation before U.S. entry into World War II; Part of the Henry L. Stimson Lectures Series; Suitable for readers of American and military history.

Who Is It For?

This book is suitable for readers interested in Franklin D. Roosevelt, American history, World War II, military history and twentieth-century political history. It can also be useful for students and general readers who want to understand the period immediately preceding America's entry into the war.

Product Details

Author: Susan Dunn; Publisher: Yale University Press; Series: The Henry L. Stimson Lectures Series; Publication Year: 2018; Format: Verify against physical copy; ISBN: Verify against physical copy; Language: English; Pages: Verify against physical copy.

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