Tungsten Ore Transport Train Kingman Arizona 1942

A train of mine cars transports tungsten ore from the Boriana mine to a concentrating plant near Kingman, Arizona. Taken in 1942, this image reflects the crucial role tungsten played during World War II. Tungstens high melting point made it essential for manufacturing armor-piercing ammunition and other military materials.

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