By 1941 Minnesotans had emerged from the dark days of the Great Depression. Employment was up, and folks were looking ahead with hope for a brighter future. On December 7th, that hope was dimmed when the Japanese launched a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, and the United States was drawn into World War II.
World War II was a time of great loss and heartbreak. Through it all, Minnesotans held fast to their dreams, looking forward to peace and a chance to rebuild interrupted lives. The years of the late 1940s bore witness to new starts, as servicemen arrived home, married their sweethearts, started families and embarked on new careers. More...
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