At the dawn of the 1940s, much of the world was already at war. Less than two years later, the United States would be drawn into the conflict. But by the end of the decade, the U.S. was again at peace ...

This story is part of a seven-part series exploring Ann Arbor through the decades, from the 1930s through the ‘90s. Additional stories will be published throughout the week. ANN ARBOR, MI — The 1940s ...

At the dawn of the 1940s, much of the world was already at war. Less than two years later, the United States would be drawn into the conflict. But by the end of the decade, the U.S. was again at peace ...

A world at war forced an interruption in the city’s swift growth. Though far from actual hostilities, Fort Lauderdale was on a firm war footing because of its proximity to the sea and enemy vessels.

Like millions of servicemen who fought and survived World War II, Sam Clagg gets emotional when he talks about the 20th century's most tumultuous decade, the 1940s.

Wartime means tragic losses, a revitalized economy, and new ways of getting the job done. Wartime means tragic losses, a revitalized economy, a growing population and new ways of getting the job done.