The National Archives data shows a staggering enlistment of Americans during World War II, with around 19.5 million serving in the Armed Forces. States are ranked by the number of residents who enlisted, revealing that while big states contributed more to the military, smaller states also played crucial roles when adjusting figures for population. Official statistics, however, may omit up to 13% of all Army enlistees. The economic implications of military service and defense spending remain significant today, highlighting the ongoing importance of military employment.
Up to 1.1 million Americans enlisted in the Army from each state during WWII, yet official records miss about 13% of the Army's enlistees.
States with larger populations typically sent more troops to WWII, but some smaller states made significant contributions when adjusted for population.
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