During World War II, Winchester was the only private manufacturer of M1Garand rifles. The firm made more than a half-million M1s.
During World War II, Winchester was the only private manufacturer of M1Garand rifles. The firm made more than a half-million M1s.
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He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose
There are no great men, only great challenges that ordinary men are forced by circumstances to meet.
My eyes caught the shoes those young men are wearing. With rationing of most everything including leather I’d guess one pair of shoes at a time had to do. Same pair at work, out on the town and on Sundays. My thoughts based on what my father used to talk about his experiences in the 30’s and 40’s. Thoughts?