Put Yourself in the Place of a Blacksmith During the Early

question 11

Essay

Put yourself in the place of a blacksmith during the early years of the 20^th century. Assume you and all the other blacksmiths in the town were doing as well as any alternative options that were available. Then cars began to arrive and fewer horses needed horseshoes. Describe, using terms from this chapter, the sequence of events that ultimately led to you closing your shop and hunting another job.

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Definitions:

Hand Grease Gun

A manual tool used for applying grease or lubricant to various mechanical components to ensure smooth operation and prevent wear.

Multi-leaf Spring Pack

An assembly of several layers of metal springs stacked together, used primarily in the suspension systems of heavy vehicles for support and shock absorption.

Broken Leaf

Refers to a damaged leaf in a multi-leaf spring, often leading to vehicle suspension issues.

OEM Recommendations

Guidelines or advice given by the Original Equipment Manufacturer regarding the maintenance, use, or repair of their product.