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The Hulbert Taft, Jr. Library

US History: Exploring Demographic Groups in WWII America: Mexican Americans

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  • During class time, reserve books will be freely available on the book truck(s).
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    • You are on your honor to return all books before leaving the library at the end of class.
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    • You may sign books out for use in the library only. 

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CLICK HERE FOR BOOKS ON RESERVE ABOUT MEXICAN AMERICANS IN WWII

NOTE:  Mexican Americans are also known as Chicanos. The broader terms Hispanic Americans and Latinos may also be used, but be sure the source is referring to those of Mexican descent.

 

eBooks about Mexican Americans
NOTE: To cite an ebook, choose Database and then Book.

 

 Contains Primary Sources means this source contains Primary Sources.
 
These General Books contain excellent information on Mexican Americans
  • An African American and Latinx History of the United States /Paul Ortiz. E184 .S75 O79 2018
  • Double Victory: Multicultural History of America in World War II / Ronald Takaki. D769 .T42  2 copies
  • Major Problems in the History of World War II / Ed. by Mark Stoler and Melanie S. Gustafson. D743 .M246 2003 Contains Primary Sources
  • Wartime America: the World War II Home Front / John W. Jeffries. D769 .J44 2018

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