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WW2 era - Comic Postcard - Happy Birthday
The ration book is clearly drawn, and cancelled coupons can be glimpsed. Petrol was the first to be rationed after the war began and eventually practically all commodities were. Rationing continued for some time after the war ended.Cute Kids WW2 Wartime humour Date: circa 1941
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1941 Amusing Attwell Began Birthday Cancelled Commodities Continued Coupons Drawn Dundee Ended Eventually Innocence Innocent Kids Light Hearted Lucie Mabel Petrol Practically Ration Rationed Rationing Sweet Valentine Glimpsed
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Step back in time with this delightful WW2 era comic postcard, featuring a cheerful scene of children celebrating a birthday amidst the wartime rationing. The image showcases a young girl, dressed in a polka-dot dress and holding a ration book, while her little brother looks on with a curious expression. Cancelled coupons for petrol can be seen peeking out from the open pages, a reminder of the scarcity of resources during this period. Published circa 1941, this charming postcard brings a touch of light-heartedness and innocence to the harsh realities of wartime. The children's playful expressions and the small dog at their feet add to the sense of joy and fun, despite the backdrop of rationing. The postcard is a beautiful example of wartime humour and was likely published by Dundee-based artist Mabel Lucie Attwell, known for her popular and enduring children's illustrations. The small-scale design, with its intricate details and warm colors, makes it a delightful addition to any collection. Rationing began in the UK shortly after the outbreak of WW2, with petrol being the first commodity to be rationed. Eventually, practically all commodities were rationed, and rationing continued for some time after the war ended. This postcard offers a glimpse into the daily life of children during that era, reminding us of the resilience and resourcefulness of those who lived through it.
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