Niagara Falls in World War II

by Michelle Kratts

Niagara Falls, both a natural wonder and a tourist destination, played a prominent role on the homefront during the Second World War. Many men and women worked diligently stateside in wartime industrial plants. One of the area s largest employers, Bell Aircraft, produced P-39 Airacobras and P-63 Kingcobra fighter planes. The company also contributed to more than thirty thousand aircraft for America and its Allies. Other residents, including Mayor Edward W. Mirrington Jr., were called to serve. Through numerous personal interviews, photos and wartime recipes, author and local historian Michelle Ann Kratts honors the World War II efforts of locals both at home and abroad."

Genres: Nonfiction, History

192 pages, Paperback

First published November 7, 2016

Reviews

[Aric Cushing · Rating 5 out of 5]

An amazing read about WW2 and the impact it had on the town of Niagara Falls. The book is packed with local pictures and memorabilia. I've never been to Niagara Falls, but this gives you a great historical viewpoint. Superb writing.