American factory workers manufacturing ordnance during World War One. This photograph, taken by Rico in 1919, shows the extensive production process. The orders for the equipment, numbered 56263, can be seen in the background. The symbol of the manufacturing company is prominently displayed. Archives note this image as AU71.

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Size: 8565px × 5795px
Photo credit: © piemags/NSC / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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