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 * __Project #3: Total Warfare Research Paper__**


 * Background:** World War II was the bloodiest war in the history mankind. More than 60 million people were killed during the conflict. Many of the dead were innocent civilians. Unrestricted violence was used by all the participants of the war in order achieve victory. This is known as total warfare. Since the end of World War II, many historians have debated the use of total warfare during armed conflicts.


 * Task:** You will write a research paper in which you answer the following question: Was the use of total warfare during World War II justified?

**A.** A well constructed introduction, including a thesis statement and a conclusion **B.** The use of a least five quotes with footnote citation (you may use more) **C.** A work cited page at the end your paper **D.** Original thoughts and ideas **E.** Your paper must be at least five pages double spaced and typed in 12 point font **F.** All evidence and arguments presented in your paper should support your thesis.
 * Requirements:**


 * What your paper must include:**

A. A description explaining what total warfare is

B. Why do you think World War II turned into a total war? Your opinion must be supported by evidence and at least one quote with foot note citation

C. Three specific examples proving that World War II was a total war. Each of these examples must be used to support your thesis statement. These examples must reference three different specific events that occurred during the war. Each example must be supported by a quoted with footnote citation and include your own thoughts.

D. Evidence that total warfare was practiced by more than one of the participants of World War II


 * What you are expected to hand in:**

A. At least two drafts B. A research graphic organizer C. A work cited page .