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How Did Bethlehem Steel Grow During Ww2

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During WWII The Bethlehem Steel Corporation was a crucial part of United States victory. Producing one-third of the steel supply. After the bombing of pearl harbor, Bethlehem Steel had over $1.3 billion to make all sorts of military supplies. The Bethlehem Steel produced 70 percent of all airplane cylinder forgings, one-fourth of the warships, and one-third of of the cannon forging during WWII.The Bethlehem Steel most important production was the steel ships. They didn’t just make the ship appearance. They made its engine and armor plates that protected the engine. They also produced the guns and shells used on the ships. Bethlehem Steel was responsible for making one-fifth of the entire US Navy’s Fleet. The Bethlehem Steel closed in 1995.
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