The two-sided world-view in Roosevelts "First War Address Before Congress"

The seminar paper analyzes President Franklin D. Roosevelt's First War Address Before Congress delivered on January 6, 1942, following the attack on Pearl Harbor. It explores key themes such as the historical context leading to U.S. involvement in World War II, the emphasis on war production, and the rhetorical strategies used to justify the war. Roosevelt's speech creates a stark contrast between the enemy and the American people, underscoring the necessity of total victory to conclude the conflict.