1942 Miners Extracting Chrome Ore in Grant County Oregon

Miners extract chrome ore in Grant County, Oregon, in July 1942. During World War II, chrome ore became crucial for the production of stainless steel and other military materials. The U.S. Office of War Information documented these efforts to highlight resource production essential for supporting the war. This image illustrates a significant labor force contributing to wartime industries.

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