The Germans used forced labor during World War II, particularly Jews, Russians and Slavs. During this time Japan also made use of such labor. While often called "slave" labor, forced laborers in National Socialist countries did not enjoy the privileges such as housing, health care, and free food that slaves in the United States and other free countries did. | The Germans used forced labor during World War II, particularly Jews, Russians and Slavs. During this time Japan also made use of such labor. While often called "slave" labor, forced laborers in National Socialist countries did not enjoy the privileges such as housing, health care, and free food that slaves in the United States and other free countries did. |