The Home Front
Charlotte - Mecklenburg 1941 - 1946
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When war was declared in December 1941, boys dropped out of school and enlisted immediately. The work force changed, particularly for women, as men were drafted or enlisted and left the area to serve in the military. Ration books, blackouts, gold stars and military personnel became commonplace. Charlotte and Mecklenburg County hosted thousands of soldiers, sailors, medical personnel and others committed to the war effort. The Charlotte Chamber of Commerce promoted the city and made it easier for military personnel to adapt.

This exhibit shows a small piece of the effort made by many citizens of Mecklenburg County.

38th Evac Hospital
Learn the history of this Charlotte-based evac. hospital.		 Winds of Change
GI's - Home at Last
See how communities tried to ease the return of our war heroes.
Welcome Soldier
A pamphlet detailing activities and organizations for visiting soldiers.
Welcome Back, Soldier
A pamphlet designed to help veterans readjust to their civilian life.
Shortages and Scrap Metal
Citizens did their part to reuse, recycle & provide for the war effort.
Snapshots of Change
A collection of pictures from the World War II era in North Carolina.