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Booklet cover, Motor Fuel Ration Book
Booklet cover, Motor Fuel Ration Book for a motor cycle, September 1947 to February 1948, date stamped Woolwich SE18, 22 August 1947. (1 of 3) Date: 1947
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1. Title: Motor Fuel Ration Book Cover, September 1947 to February 1948: A Symbol of Post-War London's Rationing System. This evocative cover of a Motor Fuel Ration Book from September 1947 to February 1948 offers a glimpse into the daily life of Londoners during the post-World War II era. The green, printed text and coupons on this booklet represent the government's rationing system, which was put in place to ensure fair distribution of essential resources, including fuel, during the recovery period following the devastating effects of the Second World War. The date stamp on the cover, "Woolwich SE18, 22 August 1947," signifies the location and issuance date of this particular ration book. Motorcycles, like cars, were subject to fuel rationing, and this booklet would have been essential for motorcycle owners to obtain their monthly allotted fuel allowance. The presence of this ration book in the hands of Londoners served as a constant reminder of the ongoing austerity measures that were in place to help rebuild the city and restore normalcy. The 1940s, often referred to as the "Austerity Decade," were marked by significant hardships and sacrifices. Rationing, along with other measures such as food and clothing rationing, played a crucial role in ensuring that essential resources were distributed equitably among the population. This Motor Fuel Ration Book cover is a testament to the resilience and determination of the British people during this challenging time in history.
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