John Deere Model M Tractor: Post-War Farming Revolution
The Model M: A Post-War Workhorse The John Deere Model M tractor, produced from 1947 to 1952, wasn't just another piece of farm equipment; it was a symbol of post-World War II agricultural resurgence. Farmers, returning from the war and facing the monumental task of rebuilding their farms, found in the Model M a powerful ally. This wasn't your grandfather's slow, cumbersome tractor. Built in Dubuque, Iowa, it offered increased speed, efficiency, and innovative features that significantly impacted agricultural practices....