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Machines of war vs the hand of man in America
In a Collier’s inspired critique, the speaker argues that modern warfare centers on machines and trained operators rather than raw manpower. He warns America to prioritize building war machines in factories, noting the army lacks equipment and training for modern combat. He urges rural posters to publish letters from soldiers to hometown papers to boost public understanding and support. A two party line anecdote highlights wartime organizational buzz.
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