Joseph Pennell's Pictures of War Work in America

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Published in 1918, this collection of illustrations by the celebrated American artist Joseph Pennell captures the spirit of industrial mobilization that accompanied America's entry into World War I. From factories and shipyards to mines and railroads, Pennell's drawings offer a powerful visual record of the nation's wartime efforts. With a preface by the influential activist and philosopher John Dewey, this book remains a testament to the role of art in documenting and shaping history.