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WW2 poster, British Rail catering information
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WW2 poster, British Rail catering information
WW2 poster, British Rail catering information, with a cartoon by Fougasse. Food was rationed for British Rail, as for everyone else, and Refreshment Baskets were discontinued.
circa 1940s
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Catering Chef Chefs Edge Empty Fougasse Information Ration Rationed Rationing Rations Refreshment Refreshments Running Saucepan Supplies Supply Discontinued
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During the tumultuous 1940s, as the Second World War raged on, everyday life in Britain was marked by rationing and resourcefulness. This evocative WW2 poster from the British Rail archive, featuring a cartoon by renowned satirical artist Fougasse, highlights the impact of food rationing on the railway catering industry. The image depicts a cheerful railway chef, his saucepan empty and hung on a red line at the edge of the border, symbolizing the discontinuation of Refreshment Baskets due to the scarcity of supplies. With a humorous touch, Fougasse's cartoon adds a note of levity to the challenging times, as the man in the foreground, with a determined look on his face, runs to catch the train, carrying a red saucepan instead of the usual basket. This poster serves as a poignant reminder of the austerity and resilience that characterized the British spirit during the war years.
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