Historical Events tagged with "meat"

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Economics & Industry

End of Food Rationing in Great Britain

July 4th, 1954 70 years ago

Food rationing in Great Britain officially ended, allowing citizens to buy and sell meat freely. This significant change followed years of restrictions due to wartime shortages that began early in World War II. The lifting of these controls marked the end of a difficult era for many British families who struggled with limited access to essential food items. The decision to remove meat rationing was celebrated across the country, signifying a return to normalcy and improved availability of goods in post-war Britain.

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