Captain Eddie Rickenbacker Visits Willow Run Plant

Rickenbacker, accompanied by Henry Ford, visits the Willow Run bomber plant in Detroit. He signs a B-24 bomber with his famous WWI slogan. Workers at various plants, including General Motors and DeSoto, commit to maximizing production. Despite his ordeal, Rickenbacker, with Henry and Edsel, calls on Americans at home to match the spirit of those fighting in the war.

What was the significance of Rickenbacker's 'hat in the ring' slogan?

• It was a marketing slogan for Ford.

• It was a symbol of his World War One squadron.

• It was a new aircraft model.

• It was a motivational quote for workers.

Which plants did Rickenbacker visit to encourage production?

• Boeing and Lockheed

• General Motors and DeSoto

• Ford and Chrysler

• Tesla and SpaceX

What did the workers pledge during Rickenbacker's visit?

• To switch to a different industry

• To push production to the limit

• To maintain current production levels

• To reduce production

Who accompanied Rickenbacker during his call to action?

• Nikola Tesla

• Wright Brothers

• Thomas Edison

• Henry and Edsel Ford

What was Rickenbacker's message to Americans on the home front?

• To travel abroad

• To invest in the stock market

• To match the spirit of those in war

• To relax and enjoy life