Rationing Order, 1918.
Description: Small booklet containing coupons for the purchase of staple foods such as butter, meat, sugar, lard and cheese. To be used by a soldier while on leave. Recto: "Rationing Order, 1918. If a general mobilization is ordered, every soldier on pass must return immediately to his unit, without waiting for instructions. Pass containing Leave or Duty Ration book.". Details to be filled in by a soldier or sailor. Inside pages: Further information regarding the use of the coupons, acquiring medical aid while on leave, and the terms of recruiting new men into the war.
Collection: DOCUMENTARY HERITAGEDescription: Small booklet containing coupons for the purchase of staple foods such as butter, meat, sugar, lard and cheese. To be used by a soldier while on leave. Recto: "Rationing…