The United States Shipbuilding and Ship Repair Industry: Adequate for Prolonged Global Conflict?

Abstract

This thesis examines the ability of the American shipbuilding and ship repair industry to meet the national defense requirements of a prolonged global war involving the United States. A history of this vitally important industry is presented to illustrate the problems that have plagued it for over a century. In addition, the key role played by shipyards in the outcome of the last global conflict, World War II, is examined. Estimated wartime demands to be placed on shipyards are detailed and compared to the thee integral parts of the industry: physical plant, skilled labor, and equipment suppliers. Based on this analysis, conclusions are made concerning the adequacy of U.S. shipyards in time of war. Keywords: Industrial Mobilization; National Defense Reserve Fleet; Sealift.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 02, 1989
Accession Number
ADA212245

Entities

People

  • Robert M. Brown

Organizations

  • United States Army Command and General Staff College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Ground and Sea Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Boats
  • Civil War
  • Employment
  • Engineers
  • Geographic Regions
  • Geography
  • Management Personnel
  • Marine Transportation
  • National Security
  • Naval Architecture
  • Naval Operations
  • Naval Warfare
  • Navy
  • Second World War
  • Shipbuilding
  • United States Government
  • War Colleges

Readers

  • Economics
  • Military History of the United States in the 20th Century.
  • Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering.