industrial mobilization

"[This book] reveals how FDR confronted an American public disinterested in going to war in Europe, skillfully won their support, and pushed government and American industry to build the greatest war machine in history"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses how two men, automobile magnate William Knudsen and shipbuilder Henry J. Kaiser, put aside their own pursuit of profits to help America during World War II and bring the army from a hollow shell into a global force.

"Tells the story of how Detroit answered the call to arms during WWII, centering on Henry Ford and his tortured son Edsel, who, when asked if they could deliver 50,000 airplanes, made an outrageous claim: Ford Motor Company would erect a plant that could yield a bomber an hour"--OCLC.

Examines the United States' preparations for World War II in industry, government and the military. Includes chapters on civilian defense, patriotism, and on women and the war effort.

Chronicles the industrial mobilization of Germany and the rebirth of militarism.