What insights about america after the second world war does miller convey in the crucible?

Answer

A collective fear can lead to irrational actions and violation of rights. This is the theme common with The Crucible and the World War II. An example is when Japanese Americans were imprisoned without enough evidences. The war has the highest number of casualties making it the deadliest among other wars

Explanation

Miller was an African American Navy and a Hero in the world war II. Miller manned the anti aircraft guns and also attended to those who were wounded in the war. This was when the Us entered world war II after one of their naval base was attacked by the Japanese. There was violation of human rights because many people were arrested and imprisoned without any serious evidence during the this period. These innocent people were removed from their homes and placed in relocation centers. This was the war which had many casualties making it deadliest compared to other wars which occurred before.  

the type of supporting detail is fact!

the anecdote makes readers feel sorry for the man’s lack of heritage, then reminds readers that the man has an equally valuable heritage.