War Industries Board

The War Industries Board (WIB) was a U.S. government agency created during World War I to coordinate the production and supply of war materials. Established in 1917, its main goal was to ensure that the military had the necessary equipment, weapons, and supplies while also managing resources to avoid shortages. The WIB standardized materials, set prices, and directed private industries to focus on wartime production. By efficiently mobilizing the nation's industrial capacity, it played a crucial role in supporting the American effort during the war and helped transition the economy for wartime needs.