2.4 Technology in World War II

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You could make the case that the winner of any conflict is the side that has the better tools, with tools being weapons, strategies, or resources. 

Choose one technology employed during World War II from the list below, then explain how its use impacted the outcome of the war.  You should give three examples in your discussion. Provide facts and details to back your stance. 

  • Airpower including jet propulsion
  • Communications including propaganda, codes, and code-breaking
  • Radar
  • Bombs, rockets, and nuclear weapons

Compose your response as a concise, five-paragraph essay according to the rubric below.