Henry Morgenthau

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War Bonds, Congress’ Declaration of War, Americans on the War

Business Takeout: To finance the war effort, Secretary of Defense Henry Morgenthau brought in a new public investment that appealed to American patriotism. They’re called “War Bonds,” and everyone is being asked to invest. Takeaway contributor Louise Story tells us how it works and how Americans take part. Washington Takeout: After the Pearl Harbor attacks, […]

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Takeouts: war bonds, Congress’ declaration of war, Americans on the war

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