Many of the countries who fought in ww2 were rationed. Food and gasoline were two main items that were rationed in ww2.
Bread
Aug 1942 in UK
all foods
Really everything was rationed in WW2.
they were rationed because the foods were being brought into Britain by boat and the boats were being sunk by German U-boats.
Meat, butter, milk and bread were the main foods during WW2 as food was short and these items were rationed out to each family
eating small portions of food and saving portions for what food you did have
On May 4, 1942, the United States rationed their first foods.
potatoes
they rationed food , gas and other resources. it changed their lives
Like during any war, food and materials are rationed in order to give the food to the troops and soldiers. Foods, like fruits, meats, veggies, and foods with a long shelf life will be given to the "war effort".