World War II Withdrawal

Withdrawal of Goods During the War “Do with less so they’ll have more.” That quote speaks about the novelty of helping the soldiers when they don’t have much while on duty. They sacrifice their life so we can be free, so it seems fair to lose some of our many freedoms so they can fight for us. Rationing was a major issue during World War II that burdened many lives around the world. While it made many people frustrated, it was always for a reputable cause. Depending on where in the world you were, there were many different items and foods rationed.
All items that were rationed were complications to the United States’ economy and other countries but one of the biggest strains on the economy was gasoline. It was used in most vehicles, and travelling wasn’t easy without unlimited access to gas. Some things that were rationed were butter, meat, sugar, clothing, and gasoline. Rubber was also rationed, so most citizens couldn’t drive very much, what with the loss of gas and rubber. Clothing and shoes were rationed so that expensive and rare materials weren’t used, since we needed the money to supply soldiers. Another item that was rationed was aluminum and metals. Since they used it out on the battlefield with tanks, ammunition, and guns, it was …show more content…
Rationing was a major part in conserving for the soldiers and government. There were so many items rationed, from the necessities to things rarely used. Fresh foods, animal products, and gasoline were some of the most heavily rationed things. It impacted lives everywhere, and it was a major problem. But, as the war faded away, so did rationing and it’s problems. Some things are still watched, but now we have many more freedoms than back during the war. Even though it affected many lives, it changed our country for the better. We now know how much every little thing we use is necessary in some way to our lives. Without those things, no life would be the