New Jerusalem During World War Two

By the time of the Second World War, New Jerusalem was on its way to a full recovery.
Empty factories reopened as munitions and equipment plants for the war effort, employing hundreds. Most of New Jerusalem’s young men served in the war with honor and distinction and women on the Homefront found new opportunities and freedoms. New Jerusalem underwent a minor boom both to its economy and population during the war years as fresh blood flooded into the town to help man the factories and munitions plant.
Those service personnel who survived the conflict gained valuable skills and a drive to build themselves and their communities upon their return to civilian life. Many took advantage of the G.I. Bill to earn degrees at Missituk University, reaping the benefits of higher education. This influx of new students, many from more common backgrounds rather than old money families, helped change the face and essence of Missituk University forever, making it more egalitarian and accessible.