Happy English women reunite with their husbands, American soldiers, and speak at a press conference.

Happy English women reunite with their husbands, American soldiers, and speak at a press conference.

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The transcript discusses the arrival of war brides in New York Harbor in January 1946, known as Operation Mother-in-law. It reflects on personal emotions and the media's portrayal of American and English girls marrying American servicemen. The narrative concludes with sentiments about the end of World War Two.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What humorous name did the army give to the operation involving World War Two's arrival in New York Harbor?

Operation Father-in-law

Operation Diaper Run

Operation New Arrival

Operation Baby Steps

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What city is mentioned in the personal anecdote about a journey?

Los Angeles

New York

Chicago

Dallas

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did American newspapers react to the presence of American girls?

They were excited

They were not very pleased

They were indifferent

They were very pleased

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the sentiment expressed about English girls and American servicemen?

English girls were indifferent

English girls were upset

English girls were happy

English girls were hopeful

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What realization is expressed at the end of the transcript?

The war is just beginning

The war is over

The war is still ongoing

The war is forgotten