Ration Books During WW2
Ration books were used mainly for food purchase, but what else could they be used for? During the time of Hitler’s power, many families were forced to use a book that had stamp-like coupons inside that were used based on what you purchased. Not only were ration books given to families, but also, tokens of a specific amount were used. Each family member received one ration book a month. Parents were in charge of their children’s if they were too young to keep track of it themselves.
Each book was expected to be kept in a safe spot that would not be tampered with. In order to obtain your second ration book, you must first turn in the first one. The Government approved coupons were not to be traded, given away, or used
Ration books were used mainly for food purchase, but what else could they be used for? During the time of Hitler’s power, many families were forced to use a book that had stamp-like coupons inside that were used based on what you purchased. Not only were ration books given to families, but also, tokens of a specific amount were used. Each family member received one ration book a month. Parents were in charge of their children’s if they were too young to keep track of it themselves.
Each book was expected to be kept in a safe spot that would not be tampered with. In order to obtain your second ration book, you must first turn in the first one. The Government approved coupons were not to be traded, given away, or used