A divided nation: The position of black americans in 1945

Question 1

Before War in South black voting percentage

Answer 1

Less than 2% of Southern Black population could vote.

Question 2

After War In South, black voting percentage by 1945 (figure)

Answer 2

Approx. 15% of Black population in southern states could vote.

Question 3

In the north, what percentage of Black Americans could vote by 1945?

Answer 3

In sixteen northern states, between 5-13% of their voters were black. This meant they held the balance of power.

Question 4

How many African Americans moved up to northern states during WW2?

Answer 4

500,000

Question 5

Number of unemployed Black Americans in 1945 as a result of war boom

Answer 5

In 1940 there were 937,000 unemployed AAs. In 1945 there were 151,000

Question 6

By the end of the war, what percentage of housing available to black people was found to be sub standard?

Answer 6

40%