Winning the War: A Historical Analysis of the FFA During World War II

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  • Kattlyn J. Wolf University of Idaho
  • James J. Connors University of Idaho

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https://doi.org/10.5032/jae.2009.02112

Abstract

The United States' participation in World War II affected millions of men, women, and children, both at home and around the world. The war effort also affected the Future Farmers of America (FFA). FFA members, agriculture teachers, and national FFA officers all volunteered to serve their country during the war. Local FFA chapters and individual FFA members joined with other citizens to support the war effort. The national convention of the FFA and local FFA chapter operations were affected during the war years. Thousands of former FFA members left their homes and farms to enlist in the armed forces. Many gave the last full measure of sacrifice, their own lives, to the call of liberty. The gallantry of several FFA members was recognized with military honors, media features or commemorated in song following the war. This historical study researched the activities of local FFA chapters, the national FFA organization, and individual FFA members during World War II. Historical events were documented with primary and secondary sources including books, magazines, personal letters, personal communications, and reports available from the National FFA Archives.

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Published

2009-06-30

How to Cite

Wolf, K. J., & Connors, J. J. (2009). Winning the War: A Historical Analysis of the FFA During World War II. Journal of Agricultural Education, 50(2), 112–121. https://doi.org/10.5032/jae.2009.02112

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