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Freedom's Forge

How American Business Built the Arsenal of Victory in World War II

Book • 2012

In 'Freedom's Forge', Arthur Herman delves into the untold story of America's industrial mobilization during World War II. The book highlights the significant contributions of American business leaders and the industrial sector in producing the vast array of military equipment and supplies that were essential for the Allied victory.

Herman's narrative focuses on key figures such as William S. Knudsen and Henry J. Kaiser, who spearheaded this massive industrial effort.

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Mentioned in 28 episodes

Mentioned by

Dwarkesh Patel

in the introduction, highlighting its relevance to the discussion on World War II industrial mobilization.

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Eric Schmidt

in relation to his book 'Genesis' and AI.

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David Senra

as a book about American business's role in World War II victory.

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Erik Torenberg

when referencing the ramp up of US industrial production during World War II.

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David Senra

in relation to Henry Kaiser's optimistic outlook.

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David Senra

as the recommender of "Freedom's Forge."

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David Senra

as the recommender of "Freedom's Forge."

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#187 Albert Einstein

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Packy McCormick

in the context of discussing the animating aspects of building physical things, particularly in defense.

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Noah Smith

in reference to engineers hired to run the government during World War II.

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Mentioned by Speaker 2 when referencing the ramp-up of U.S. industrial production during World War II.

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David Senra

as a book about the American industrial achievement during World War II, recommended by Patrick Collison.

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#159 Andy Grove (Intel)

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David Senra

in the context of Henry Kaiser's work ethic.

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Recommended by

Mark Suster

for its insights into American business and its role in World War II.

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Recommended by

Noah Smith

to illustrate how private industrialists contributed to the American war effort.

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Mentioned by

Kyle Harrison

as a book about the reindustrialization that happened leading into World War Two.

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Mentioned by

Noah Smith

while discussing the production capabilities of the United States during World War II.

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Joel Kotkin

when drawing a parallel with how US industry outproduced the Germans with the right incentives.

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James Rainey

as the source of a great story about industrial mobilization.

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Erik Prince

as a book detailing the crucial role of American industry in World War II.

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Marshall Kosloff

as an example of how America rapidly built up its industrial capacity during World War II.

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