Tungsten Chief Mill Kern County California May 1942

The Tungsten Chief Mill operates in Kern County, California, in May 1942. Workers dump tungsten ore into a hopper, showcasing essential mining activities during World War II. Tungsten is critical for manufacturing military equipment due to its high density and melting point. This image is part of the FSA/OWI Collection, which documents wartime industries.

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