Work in an US Arsenal (1912)

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• 1912

An interesting picture showing the manner in which Uncle Sam makes flags, chevrons, clothing, tents, etc., for the equipment of his army. Among the many interesting operations shown is a machine that cuts cloth for fifty uniforms at once. The punching out instead of cutting the cloth for chevrons for the non-commissioned officers of the army and the artistic and skillful embroidery work that beautify the insignia of office is seen in full activity, and also the picturesque atmosphere of a government factory, where thousands of industries and well paid women enjoy the advantages of ample space and every comfort that contributes to health and contentment. Official flags of the president, the ambassadors, governors and consuls are being made, to include the extra stars needed to recognize the new States of the Union.