Rationing of Food, February 1918, WW1
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Rationing of Food, February 1918, WW1
Page from The Sphere reporting on the introduction of food rationing of meat and butter in London and Home Counties on 25 February 1918. The illustrations on the left show unrationed foods and the pictures on the right show rationed foods. Date: 1918
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This evocative page from The Sphere magazine, dated February 1918, reports on the introduction of food rationing in London and the Home Counties during World War I. With the title "Food Rationing: A New System," the article explains how the shortages of meat and butter, caused by the ongoing conflict, necessitated the implementation of rationing. The illustrations on the left of the page depict an array of unrationed foods, including plentiful cuts of meat, fresh fruits and vegetables, and an assortment of dairy products. In stark contrast, the images on the right show the rationed alternatives: a small piece of meat, a meager portion of butter, and a few vegetables. The caption beneath the illustrations reads, "Foods that will be rationed: Meat and Butter. Foods that will not be rationed: Potatoes, Carrots, Turnips, Swedes, Cabbages, Onions, Tomatoes, Beans, Peas, Lettuce, Spinach, Celery, Radishes, Beetroot, Apples, Pears, Plums, Grapefruit, Oranges, Lemons, Bananas, and Gooseberries." The Sphere's coverage of the food rationing introduction offers a poignant glimpse into the daily lives of those on the home front during World War I. As the article explains, "The new rationing scheme will apply to all households, and the weekly meat allowance will be 1 lb. for each adult and 1 lb. for each child under 12 years of age." The magazine also encourages readers to make the most of their rations, suggesting creative ways to cook and prepare their limited supplies. This historical page from The Sphere serves as a reminder of the sacrifices and adaptations made during wartime, as people came together to support the war effort and ensure the survival of their communities.
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