Today in World War II History—Aug. 2, 1941
75 Years Ago—Aug. 2, 1941: US Office of Production Management seizes silk supply and takes control of silk industry, restricts use of rayon, reserves steel for government use only. See Make It Do: Stocking Shortages in World War II.
US bans oil exports except to Britain or western hemisphere nations.
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Aug 03, 2016 01:20PM
Yup, it was a real mess for the fashion industry too. No more silk for lining coats and men's suits. No more silk stockings, or silk underwear for ladies. In many areas around the world, silk was torn out of clothing, blankets, sheets, furniture upholstery, all to give it to the war effort. Amazing! Ps love your books Sarah!
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Thank you, CA! I'm so glad you're enjoying the stories! Yes, the shortage affected many aspects of civilian life.
