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USA - We Have Ways: Supply and Demand and the Global War Machine

WW2 Pod: We Have Ways of Making You Talk

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War, Technology, and Labor: A Historical Perspective

This chapter explores the evolution of transportation infrastructure and military aviation during World War II, highlighting key technological advancements like the Rolls-Royce Avon jet engine. It examines the intersection of military strategy and industrial production, illustrating how logistical challenges and labor strikes influenced war efforts on both the American and German sides. Additionally, the chapter reflects on the growth of labor unions and the socio-political tensions that impacted soldiers and the home front.

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