Rationing at Christmas – 1940s
Despite rationing and the absence of relatives in the armed forces, people did their best to enjoy their wartime Christmas,
Read moreDespite rationing and the absence of relatives in the armed forces, people did their best to enjoy their wartime Christmas,
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