Japanese Occupation ration permit

Title
Japanese Occupation ration permit
Year/Period
1942-1945
Region
Singapore
Dimension
Image size: L21 x W14 cm
Accession No.
1995-01754
Collection of
National Museum of Singapore

Imports of basic necessities were disrupted during the war. As a result, rationing was implemented during the Occupation. Special ration permits were needed to purchase daily items such as rice and cooking oil.

 

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