Fisher Body a body parts maker and a division of GM was a major war parts supplier during WWII.  They supplied gun and tank parts until the end of the very end of world war two. Dramatic ads like the one below were placed in magazines to show the companies contribution to the war effort. The scene was painted by Dean Cornwell a well know artist who did illustrations for Cosmopolitan and other well known companies.

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The Milwaukee Road.

I love vintage ads.  I remember as a child being thoroughly entertained by just sitting and looking through old magazines.  I especially loved the rich colors and artwork of the ads.  Now that I am older I enjoy the the ads that are specific to the 1940's and the history of those that portray WWII, such as the ad above.  Before  finding this Ad, I had never heard of the Milwaukee Road.  The Milwaukee Road was the class 1 rail line of Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad that operated until 1980.  This ad has everything that I love to see Americana, Railroad stuff and good art work with wonderful information and Uncle Sam in a top hat, all from the 1940's.  One of the great things about collecting ads like this is what you will find.  I found a wonderful web site dedicated to the Milwaukee road called Milwaukee Road Historical Association.  It is a well put together site that offers links and a company store.   

THIS AD IS FOR SALE!