America's response to Hitler's persecution of European Jews during WWII was influenced by various factors, leading to limited actions initially.
America's response to Hitler's persecution of European Jews during World War II was influenced by various factors. Initially, American officials displayed little official concern for Nazi persecutions, and despite some efforts by President Roosevelt, actions were limited. The U.S. was slow to acknowledge and act upon the full extent of the Holocaust due to doubts about reports and concerns about diverting resources from the war effort.