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Architect and Engineer: Volume 151 153; October, 1942 June, 1943 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Frederick W. Jones

 
9780656922611: Architect and Engineer: Volume 151 153; October, 1942 June, 1943 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Architect and Engineer volume 151–153 (October 1942–June 1943) offers a window into wartime design, construction, and industry thinking from the 1940s.

This compilation gathers editorial musings, project notes, and practical guidance that informed architects, engineers, and builders during a pivotal era. Read through early war housing discussions, material substitutions, and the shifting priorities shaping American construction.

  • Editorial reflections on civilization, architecture, and the changing roles of professionals during wartime
  • Insights on housing and public works as the nation prepared for postwar needs
  • Practical notes on materials like wood replacing metal in construction and furniture
  • Industry-wide discussions on standardization, procurement, and engineering practice
Ideal for readers of historical architecture and engineering periodicals, and anyone exploring how the war reshaped building and design.

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