Homemade Tractor: Sustainable Farming Lessons from the Past
Imagine 1942. World War II rages, rationing grips the nation, and vital farming equipment is scarce. On a farm in the American heartland, Francis Whitesell faced a daunting challenge: a threatened harvest. But Whitesell, a man of unshakeable resolve, refused to be defeated. He possessed a resourceful spirit and a deep understanding of mechanics. His solution? He built his own tractor. The Katydid, as he christened it, wasn't just a machine; it was a symbol of resilience, a testament to human ingenuity, and a powerful lesson in sustainable agriculture – a lesson we can still benefit from today....