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The Giant Hand (Classic Reprint): Our Mobilization and Control of Industry and Natural Resources, 1917-1918: Our Mobilization and Control of Industry and Natural Resources, 1917-1918 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Discover how American factories powered World War I and reshaped a nation’s economy for total war.
This detailed study examines the United States’ shift from neutrality to a full wartime economy in 1917–1918. It shows how industry, government, and the military coordinated to deliver vast quantities of weapons, ships, and materials to the Allies, while building a home front capable of sustaining such a effort.
From the creation of key agencies to the daily realities of production, the book reveals the challenges, compromises, and strategic decisions that turned American industry into a decisive force. It emphasizes preparedness, prioritization, and the balancing act between supporting allies and meeting national needs.
- How the War Industries Board and allied commissions directed manufacturing and procurement.
- How industry was mobilized across sectors, from munitions to railroads and ships.
- How pricing, priorities, and policy shaped production and supply chains.
- How early wartime lessons influenced later industrial and military organization.
Ideal for readers of military history and economic mobilization, this edition offers a clear narrative of the U.S. transformation into a war-making nation.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating and often overlooked aspect of American involvement in World War I: the mobilization of industry. The author takes the reader behind the scenes, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of transforming a nation's economy into a wartime machine. The book examines the complex process of coordinating the nation's diverse industrial resources, highlighting the critical role of government control in ensuring the efficient production of essential wartime supplies. Beyond the technical aspects of industrial mobilization, the book explores the broader implications of government intervention in the economy, the sacrifices of individual liberties in the name of national security, and the evolving relationship between the government and industry. The author offers a unique perspective on the role of industrial leadership in wartime, revealing the extraordinary efforts of both government officials and private citizens to contribute to the war effort. Ultimately, this book provides a crucial historical account of a pivotal period in American history, shedding light on the complex interplay of industry, government, and society during times of conflict. The book's insights remain relevant today, offering valuable lessons about the challenges and opportunities presented by national emergencies. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330725887_0
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