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Benedict Crowell
1869-1952
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Books by Benedict Crowell
America's Munitions 1917-1918
"America's Munitions 1917-1918" by Benedict Crowell is a historical account written shortly after World War I, likely in the early 20th century. The work provides a detailed examination of the production and logistics of munitions in the United States during the war effort against Germany. It addresses the complexity and scale of American military manufacturing in this period, emphasizing the extensive organizational efforts required to arm large troops effectively. The opening of the book introduces the historical context of America's entry into World War I, outlining the challenges faced in scaling up munitions production. It begins with a compelling description of the final moment of artillery activity on the front lines when the armistice was declared. Crowell explains the purpose of this report, addressing the need for public understanding of the munitions efforts and the various military branches involved. The narrative offers insight into the cooperation between government offices and the industrial sector, setting the stage for the subsequent chapters that will delve deeper into specific aspects of ordnance production, including the types of weapons manufactured and the logistical issues encountered.
Demobilization : $b our industrial and military demobilization after the armistice, 1918-1920
"Demobilization: Our Industrial and Military Demobilization After the Armistice" by Benedict Crowell and Robert Forrest Wilson is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the complexities of the demobilization process that the United States undertook following the end of World War I. It examines the transition from a wartime economy to a peacetime one, detailing the disbanding of military forces and the management of war contracts and industrial operations, as well as the return of American troops. The opening portion introduces the momentous occasion of the armistice on November 11, 1918, marking the end of hostilities in World War I. It highlights the immediate response from the U.S. government, which involved shutting down the elaborate war machine that had been assembled to support the war effort. The narrative describes the vast scale of American military and industrial mobilization, emphasizing the monumental task of transitioning back to a state of peace while managing troop repatriation, economic stability, and civilian reintegration. It sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the subsequent chapters, which delve further into the processes of demobilization and the challenges faced during this critical period in American history.