Question

Explain how both the state of Texas and its citizens did their part to contribute to the war efforts in both WW I and WWII.

Answer 1

The military's presence in Texas grew exponentially during World War II. There were 142 major military installations across the state, and more than 750,000 Texans served in uniform during the war. Thirty-three Texans earned the Medal of Honor, including Audie Murphy, the army's most decorated soldier, and Cmdr.