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World War II

Winchester went into high gear to meet production demands as the U.S. went to war



Winchester Life cover, October, 1942: “Through this Gate Pass the Worlds Best Soldiers of Production”
Actors Ruth Hussey and Lon Chaney present awards to four employees honored for Distinguished Service
Features from Winchester Life on Our Carbine Cartridge and Our Machine Shop Features from Winchester Life on Our Carbine Cartridge and Our Machine Shop

But there was still time for a little fun.


Abie’s Irish Rose at the Winchester Victory Playhouse

Photo: The W.R.A. softball team
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