6 foods soldiers ate during World War II

6 foods soldiers ate during World War II

For soldiers fighting in World War II, food was never simply about taste. It had to survive long journeys, extreme weather, rough handling and weeks away from a proper kitchen. Armies therefore developed rations that could be carried easily, stored for months and provide enough energy to keep soldiers moving. The result was a strange collection of canned meals, dense chocolate, biscuits, instant coffee and other foods that feel surprisingly fami…