Evansville The World War II Years |
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| Author:
| Bigham, Darrel E. |
| Series title: | Images of America (Arcadia Publishing) Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7385-3442-8 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2005 |
| Publisher: | Arcadia Publishing
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | AUD $39.99 |
Book Description:
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World War II changed the face of Evansville, Indiana. In December 1941, the city was still recovering from the Great Depression, yet within three months, a series of blockbusterannouncements transformed the region. Several corporations received major defense contracts to manufacture parts and ammunitions, while two new installations were launched:
World War II changed the face of Evansville, Indiana. In December 1941, the city was still recovering from the Great Depression, yet within three months, a series of blockbusterannouncements transformed the region. Several corporations received major defense contracts to manufacture parts and ammunitions, while two new installations were launched: