Question 116956 • 2025-2026_MDCPS_2100315_United States History_FY
Why were Florida’s POW camps kept secret from the American public?POW camps benefited the US economy, which may have been frowned upon.POW camps were not allowed on US soil, according to the Geneva Convention.The prisoners were treated poorly, which went against the Geneva Convention.The prisoners were treated well, and there were fears that the public would disapprove.
Answer
A
POW camps benefited the US economy, which may have been frowned upon.
B
POW camps were not allowed on US soil, according to the Geneva Convention.
C
The prisoners were treated poorly, which went against the Geneva Convention.
D
The prisoners were treated well, and there were fears that the public would disapprove.
Explanation
Florida’s POW camps were kept secret because German prisoners were treated relatively well, and officials worried the American public might object to that treatment. The concern was that people would disapprove of providing enemy prisoners with comfortable conditions, especially during wartime.
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