Building a Tank | America’s Arsenal in Motion

Building a Tank - Filmed at the height of World War II, Building a Tank offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at America’s industrial war machine in action. From raw materials to armored power, this wartime documentary captures the speed, scale, and spirit of U.S. tank production.

Building a Tank (1941)

Director: Not credited
Writers: Not credited
Stars: Not credited
Genre: Documentary, War, Industrial
Country: United States
Language: English
Also Known As: "Building a Tank: A Defense Report on Film"
Release Date: 1941
Filming Location: Detroit, MI, USA

Synopsis:

Building a Tank is a 1941 American government-produced documentary that showcases the rapid expansion and mass production of tanks at the Detroit Tank Arsenal. The film provides an in-depth look at the assembly lines and manufacturing processes that enabled the United States to scale up its armored vehicle production during the early years of World War II.​

Through detailed footage, the documentary illustrates the industrial might and organizational efficiency that characterized America's wartime production efforts. It serves as both an informative piece on tank manufacturing and a morale-boosting propaganda tool, emphasizing the nation's preparedness and technological prowess.

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