There was very limited production of civilian 1/2-tons. You had to apply for a truck, justify why you needed it, and if you met the criteria set by the OPW, you could get the truck. Sounds like only the military orders had the vehicle brands deleted. Every mil-spec Dodge Power Wagon from WWII I've seen (about a dozen or so) don't have the name "Dodge" visible outside.

Pessimist - Sees glass as half-empty. Optimist - Sees glass as half-full. Gov't- Sees glass and takes it from you because you have a glass.
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