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Photographic Print : Interior of a British Restaurant, one of a number of communal restaurants during the
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Interior of a British Restaurant, one of a number of communal restaurants during the
Interior of a British Restaurant, one of a number of communal restaurants during the Second World War providing a cooked meal, with dessert and a cup of tea, for around the cost of 1s.2d. While operated on a canteen basis, meals were eaten at a table and allowed people, including war workers and those who had bombed out of their homes or might have difficulty cooking or making a packed lunch at home, a nutritious and affordable meal, which could be eaten in addition to wartime rations. Date: 1946
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Media ID 19806111
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Chairs Communal Eating Jan20 Ministry Rationing Restaurant Restaurants Tables
10"x8" Photo Print
Step back in time with our stunning photographic print from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring the Interior of a British Restaurant during the Second World War. This evocative image captures the warm and inviting atmosphere of a communal dining hall, where a hearty meal, dessert, and a cup of tea were served for just 1s.2d. Add this vintage print to your home décor and bring a piece of history into your living space.
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Amidst the harsh realities of post-war rationing and the aftermath of the Second World War, the Interior of a British Restaurant offers a glimmer of hope and nourishment. This communal dining space, one of many established across the United Kingdom, provided a cooked meal, complete with dessert and a cup of tea, for around 1s.2d (approximately 6p in modern currency). Operated on a canteen basis, these restaurants offered an affordable and nutritious alternative to those who struggled to cook or make a packed lunch at home due to wartime destruction or simply the scarcity of resources. War workers and those in need were welcome to sit down and enjoy their meal at a table, surrounded by the comforting presence of fellow community members. The Ministry of Food oversaw the rationing of essential food items during this period, making the provision of these meals all the more valuable. The warm and inviting atmosphere of the Interior of a British Restaurant served as a testament to the resilience and unity of the British people during these challenging times.
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