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Framed Print : Ww2 Clothing Coupons
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Ww2 Clothing Coupons
Two CLOTHING BOOKS containing coupons without which you couldn t buy clothes : note the date - two years after the end of the war
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Media ID 4352697
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1947 Coupons Date Note Ration Rationing Ww 2 Years
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating and historically significant "WW2 Clothing Coupons" Framed Print from Media Storehouse, in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This evocative image transports us back in time, showcasing two clothing books filled with precious coupons. Dated two years after the end of the war, these coupons represent a poignant reminder of the rationing era when clothing was a valued luxury. Display this unique framed print in your home or office for a thought-provoking conversation starter, adding a touch of history and nostalgia to your decor.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
Contemporary Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the lingering effects of World War II on everyday life in Britain, as evidenced by the use of clothing rationing coupons well into the post-war period. The image features two worn and well-used clothing books, each filled with coupons that were essential for purchasing new clothes. The date on the page, 1947, two years after the end of the war, underscores the prolonged impact of rationing on the civilian population. During the war, the British government implemented a strict clothing rationing scheme to ensure that essential resources were allocated to the military. Each person was issued a ration book, which included coupons for various items such as clothing, footwear, and fabric. The number of coupons allotted depended on factors such as age, sex, and occupation. The clothing books in the photograph are a testament to the sacrifices and resilience of the British people during this challenging time. The use of the coupons allowed individuals to continue dressing themselves and their families, albeit in a limited and often makeshift manner. The fact that these books were still in use two years after the war's end speaks to the slow recovery of the economy and the continued austerity measures that were in place during this period. This photograph is an important reminder of the historical significance of clothing rationing during and after World War II, and the ways in which it shaped the daily lives of ordinary people. It also serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices and adaptations that were necessary to support the war effort and rebuild a shattered nation.
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