Final answer:
True, soldiers returning from WWII indeed faced significant housing shortages, which were exacerbated for ethnic minorities due to segregation and discrimination in housing.
Step-by-step explanation:
True or false? Soldiers returning from WWII faced housing shortages. This statement is true. After World War II, the United States experienced a significant housing shortage, particularly in cities with major defense plants or shipyards. As soldiers returned home, the demand for housing soared. Real estate developers and contractors swiftly began to construct new homes to address the scarcity, focusing on undeveloped land on the outskirts of cities. These new housing areas attracted not only the middle class, who were seeking to move away from the crowded cities but also blue-collar workers who benefited from low-interest rates. However, the availability of housing was still limited, leading to severe shortages. Ethnic minorities, such as African Americans, Latinos, and Asians, faced additional challenges due to segregation and discriminatory practices that limited their housing options even further.