World War II Food Pamphlets, 1941/1950

Access and use

Location of collection:
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Special Collections, University Libraries (0434)
Newman Library
Virginia Tech
P.O. Box 90001
560 Drillfield Drive
Blacksburg, VA 24062-9001
Contact for questions and access:
Phone: (540) 231-6308
Fax: (540) 231-3694
Restrictions:

The collection is open for research.

Terms of access:

The copyright status of this collection depends on the individual items. Copyright restrictions may apply for non-U.S. Department of Agriculture pamphlets. Contact Special Collections and University Archives for assistance in determining the use of these materials.

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Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [folder], World War II Food Pamphlets, Ms2026-002, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Summary

Extent:
0.1 Cubic Feet 1 folder
Abstract:
This collection includes eight World War II era pamphlets, including one revised post-war, from about 1941-1950. The bulk are from 1941-1945, and contain content on rationing, substitutions, and food practices.
Language:
The materials in this collection are in English.
Preferred citation:

Researchers wishing to cite this collection should include the following information: [identification of item], [folder], World War II Food Pamphlets, Ms2026-002, Special Collections and University Archives, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, Va.

Background

Scope and content:

This collection includes eight World War II era pamphlets, including one revised post-war, from about 1941-1950. The bulk are from 1941-1945, and contain content on rationing, substitutions, and food practices. Five pamphlets are from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), two are from specific companies that include advertising (Lysol and P. Duff and Sons), and one is a recipe and order form for milk. Several of the pamphlets include recipes and meal planning.

Acquisition information:
The World War II Food Pamphlets were purchased by Special Collections and Univeristy Archives in December 2023.
Processing information:

The processing, arrangement, and description of the World War II Food Pamphlets was completed in February 2026.