Ford in the Service of America: Mass Production for the Military During the World Wars

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This is the history of the Ford Motor Company’s achievements and numerous products during World Wars I and II. It demonstrates how, in addition to well-known contributions like jeeps, Eagle Boats and B-24 Liberators, Ford also produced key products ranging from squad tents and the ultra precision gun director to tanks and aircraft engines. Details on each product and how Ford produced it are included. During both wars, the automotive giant used precision manufacturing methods and innovative designs and procedures to increase quality while lowering production costs.