During World War II, food rationing was implemented to address wartime demands and agricultural personnel shortages. The US Government's solution was point-based rationing, which is demonstrated through the experiences of a typical grocery shopper who learns to navigate the system and make the most of her shopping trip.
Point Rationing of Foods
"During wartime, food was rationed to ensure fair distribution among the population. This animated short film reveals the clever system behind it all, showing how points were assigned and used to allocate essential resources."
