Learning Resource
Make Your Own
Learn more about the Second World War in Northern Ireland as you 'Make Your Own' Ration Book and Identity Card.
Make Your Own
Make Your Own Ration Book
During the Second World War food was in short supply. Rationing was introduced to ensure each person got a fair share. Ration Books were issued, and people were told to register with their local shopkeepers or 'retailers'.
Create your own Ration Book today.
Make Your Own
Make Your Own Identity Card
National Registration Identity Cards were introduced at the start of the Second World War.
Everyone, including children, had to carry their Identity Card at all times to show who they were and where they lived.
Make your own Identity Card today.
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