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As the years progressed, the Fisher brothers continued to innovate while establishing themselves as important figures in Detroit society. Their endeavours extended beyond automotive manufacturing into philanthropy, contributing to various charitable causes and ensuring their roots remained in both their hometown of Norwalk, Ohio, and the city of Detroit.
The Decline of an Era
With the outbreak of World War II, the brothers transitioned their focus to support the war effort. Fisher Body, like other automotive companies, pivoted to produce war materials. By the end of the war, the landscape of the automotive industry had changed significantly, leading to the Fisher brothers' retirement from the General Motors board.