Cars Melted for War | Duluth News

In 1942, just after Pearl Harbor, America launched “Operation Salvage” — a three-year metal scrap drive that sacrificed a million pre-war cars, melted down to fuel the war machine. Back then, patriotism meant turning in your vehicle; today, finding one intact is rare, with some even repurposed as farm tractors. Collectors hint that farm fields might hold hidden gems — and if you’re starting out, a Model A might be easier than a Model T. Or, just wait — your current ride might be a future barn find. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d79c3a5e0f82352e