Summary 11-The impact of war on Germany - Rationing

Question 1

How did the German population meet the outbreak of war and how did Hitler react?

Answer 1

They met the outbreak of war with reluctance, disappointing Hitler who had seen his Pre-War foreign policy was met with enthusiasm. Marked contrast to the enthusiasm the First World War brought

Question 2

What was the main aim in the early years of the war?

Answer 2

Maintain public morale and eliminate any weaknesses in public mood

Question 3

When did rationing begin in Germany?

Answer 3

Before the war (August 1939)
Allocations based on age, occupation and race
.Initial allocations were unchanged for the first 2 years of the war

Question 4

How were food rations affected after the invasion of Russia in 1941?

Answer 4

.Some rations were reduced as Germany moved towards defeat
.Rural areas suffered less as they could produce their own food however towards the end of the war there were shortages of animal food and feed