Wartime Production Achievements and the Reconversion Outlook: Report of the Chairman, War Production Board, October 9, 1945Chairman J.A. Krug warns against complacency in mobilizing the nation for war. He suggests that we capitalize on what we've learned before the next emergency is upon us. He states that the adequacy of our preparations for mobilization of the economy may depend on the future of our nation. |
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