I have written a series of posts on my research into the Manhattan Project and other WWII topcs.
Uncovering My Grandfather’s Role in the Manhattan Project, Part 2
The author traces their grandfather’s involvement in the Manhattan Project, detailing research efforts through archives and uncovering significant historical contributions and personal sacrifices.
Uncovering My Grandfather’s Role in the Manhattan Project
The journey that led to my book, ‘The Macdonalds of Cedar Park,’ started when I tried to find out which part of the Manhattan Project my grandfather worked on during World War II. As kids, my cousins, siblings, and I knew our grandfather, Donald L. Macdonald, Sr.—everyone called him Mac—had been involved in the Manhattan…
Creative Ration Recipes from WWII
During World War II, food shortages forced families to make creative meals using basic items to save or limit scarce goods like meat, butter, and sugar.
How Rationing Shaped Daily Life During WWII
To support the war effort, the government rationed critical supplies such as tires, gasoline, sugar, meats, fats, coffee, and shoes.
Recycling for Victory: WWII Salvage Drives
As soon as war was declared restrictions on goods to support the war effort began.
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