Knoxville in World War II

Description: Discover how World War II transformed Knoxville and East Tennessee through the stories and photographs of the people who lived it. From the Smoky Mountains to the Tennessee River, local men and women served both at home and abroad while Knoxville’s industries adapted to meet wartime demands for equipment, supplies, sailors, and soldiers. This collection of photographs, gathered from the families of civilian and military participants, offers a personal look at a period of tremendous change and the lasting impact the war had on Knoxville and the surrounding region.

Created by: Ed Hooper