War Industries Board (WIB)

The War Industries Board (WIB) was a government agency active during World War I, responsible for coordinating and regulating industrial production to support the war effort. It aimed to ensure that the military received necessary supplies efficiently, avoid waste, and stabilize prices. The WIB worked with private companies to prioritize war-related manufacturing, manage raw materials, and prevent shortages. Its efforts helped streamline industrial output so that the U.S. could meet wartime demands effectively, playing a crucial role in the nation’s overall war strategy and economic management during the conflict.