Where Iron Is There Is the Fatherland! A Note on the Relation of Privilege and Monopoly to War (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Hidden profits behind the front lines: this study traces how iron, steel, and mineral ownership shaped war and policy.

This nonfiction work examines the iron and steel industry in Europe during the world wars, revealing how mines, mills, and powerful interests influenced national decisions. It discusses government censorship, public debate, and the ways industry and finance affected military strategy, diplomacy, and public perception. The text focuses on questions about Briey and the broader role of privilege and monopoly in wartime economics.

• How mineral ownership intersects with national security and wartime policy


• Examples of censorship, media influence, and political debate during conflict


• Connections between industrial capital and decisions that affect public welfare


• Historical context for understanding the economics of war and peace

Ideal for readers of history, political economy, and modern warfare, this edition offers a clear lens on the economic forces behind conflict and policy.

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