Fuel Conservation Needed for War Effort

The transcript discusses the massive fuel consumption required for military operations, specifically a thousand bomber raid, which uses 2,000,000 gallons of gas. This amount of fuel could alternatively power 1000 private cars for four years. The speaker prompts the audience to consider the implications of such fuel allocation, questioning whether it is preferable to see fuel scarcity signs at gas stations or to support military efforts.

What is the significance of the 2,000,000 gallons of gas mentioned in the text?

How many miles can 1000 private automobiles drive in a year with the mentioned amount of gas?