Milford Sound - War in the Pacific

8 important questions on Milford Sound - War in the Pacific

How did the USA look upon Hitler's dictorial expansion?

The American Congress was divided:
one part opposed the total and racist dictatorship and urged a policy of intervention
the other part opposed all USA involvement in European state affairs.
Japan's expansionism was seen as a greater threat

What precautions were taken to prepare for the Japanese war?

1. American volunteers were sent to train Chinese pilots
2. Burma road was constructed. (China to British colony Burma)

Why did Japan launch a suprise attack on Pearl Harbour?

USA and the Dutch East Indies had declared an oil boycott with Japan: they would no longer supply Japan with oil, metal, steel and fuel unless Japan retreated from China. The attack on Pearl Harbour was planned to prevent interference of USA.
  • Higher grades + faster learning
  • Never study anything twice
  • 100% sure, 100% understanding
Discover Study Smart

What did Japan conquer between Dec 1941 and June 1942?

They conquered most of Southeast Asia without much resistance from Western Powers. They conquered British colonies Burma, Malaysia and Singapore and the American Philippines within 6 months after the attack on Pearl Harbour.

Why was one of the main objectives Japan to conquer the Dutch East Indies?

Because it possessed many rubber plantations and oil fields.

What were the conditions of occupation from the Japanese in the East Indies?

Millions of local people were exploited, Dutch, British, American soldiers and citizens were imprisoned in Japanese internment camps.

How were the Americans prepared for the second suprise attack of the Japanese?

They werre able to decipher the Japanese code messages, so they knew exactly where the Japanese would  attack.

Why did USA drop 2 atomic bombs on Japan?

They Japanese would rather die fighting than surrender. If they wanted to conclude the battle, it would take many lives from both sides. They dropped the bombs to prevent the Soviet Union declaring war with Japan. They were afraid that the Soviet Union would spread communism in the Asian countries.

The question on the page originate from the summary of the following study material:

  • A unique study and practice tool
  • Never study anything twice again
  • Get the grades you hope for
  • 100% sure, 100% understanding
Remember faster, study better. Scientifically proven.
Trustpilot Logo