Free Wartime farm booklet from the Open University

Those interested in the history of War-time Britain or the topic of Food Security, may find this of interest from the OU (A free printed booklet or download as a printable PDF file):

Order your free Wartime Farm booklet

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How did a hungry island remain fed during a long, wearying conflict? Order your free Wartime Farm booklet to find out.

29 Aug

2012

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Order your free Wartime Farm booklet

In the booklet, you'll discover:

• the effect rationing had on hospitality during the war
• why the British government stepped in to run restaurants for war workers
• the agricultural legacy of the conflict

... and much more. Order your free copy of the Wartime Farm booklet now.
If you have any problems ordering online, you can also request a booklet by calling 0845 366 0257 (local rate).

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