American Rationing During the First World War: A Thesis Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Science, Department of History and Government, Kansas State Col - Hardcover

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9780260447968: American Rationing During the First World War: A Thesis Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Master of Science, Department of History and Government, Kansas State Col

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ISBN 10: 026044796X ISBN 13: 9780260447968

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explore the U.S. Food Administration’s bold wartime effort to feed a nation and win a global conflict.

This historical study examines how the United States organized production, distribution, and pricing of food and fuel during World War I. It traces the creation of government authority, the rise of Herbert Hoover, and the practical steps taken to conserve supplies, ration bread and wheat, and control prices. The work highlights the challenges and tradeoffs of turning policy into daily life for American households and industries.

Key areas covered include the legal framework establishing wartime control, the mechanics of rationing and price regulation, and the social and economic impact of these measures. The study also shows how officials balanced voluntary actions with compulsory requirements to ensure supplies for the war effort.

How wartime authority was created and organized to oversee essentials like food, fuel, and fertilizers
The evolution of wheat and meat conservation, including early voluntary efforts and later rationing rules
The role of Hoover and the Food Administration in managing supplies and prices
Impact on households, businesses, and the broader economy during the war years

Ideal for readers of history and public policy who want a clear view of how government actions shaped everyday life during a pivotal era.

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