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Explore the sweet side of history with this curated collection of World War I and World War II candy rations. Experience the treats that not only fueled soldiers during their arduous campaigns but also offered them a taste of home amidst the chaos of war.
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Size: 12 different samples in a 5 15/16" x 1" x 7 3/4" box
Sour Balls(Sugar, Corn Syrup, Citric Acid, Artificial Flavors, Artificial Colors: FD&C Red #40, Yellow #5 and #6, Blue #1), coloring), Charms (Sugar, corn syrup, citric acid, artificial flavors, artificial colors (including FD&C Red 40, FD&C Blue 1), and turmeric coloring. Milk and soy may be present) Malted Milk Balls( Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Chocolate Liquor (Processed with Alkali), Milk, Nonfat Milk, Butterfat, Soy Lecithin, Salt, Natural Vanilla Flavor, Corn Syrup, Hydrogenated Palm Kernel Oil, Cocoa Powder, Whey Powder, Whey, Whey Protein Concentrate, Malted Barley, Wheat, Wheat Gluten, Sodium Bicarbonate, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Palm Kernel Oil, Cocoa, Water, Gum Arabic, Confectioners Glaze, Modified Tapioca Starch, Coconut Oil, Canola Oil, Malt Extract, Cocoa Mass, Mono and Diglycerides), Chewing Gum ( Dextrose,Corn Syrup(Glucose),Gum Base,Sugar,High Fructose Corn Syrup,Corn Starch,Artificial Flavor,Artificial Colors(FD&C Red 3,Red 40 Lake),BHT(To Maintain Freshness), Candy Bar(Corn Syrup , Sugar , Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil , Palm Kernel Oil , Palm Oil , Soybean Oil , Cottonseed Oil , Nonfat Dry Milk , Cocoa , Lactose , Milk Protein Concentrate , Egg Albumen , Artificial Flavor , Soya Lecithin , Soya Protein , Salt), Tootsie Rolls(Sugar, Corn Syrup, Palm Oil, Condensed Skim Milk, Cocoa, Whey, Soy Lecithin, Artificial and Natural Flavors), Licorice Pastels(Sugar, Wheat, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Sugar, Modified Food Starch [Corn], Water, Glycerine, Licorice Extract, Palm Oil, Salt, Soy Mono- and Diglyceride, Anise, Potassium Sorbate, Yellow 5 Lake, Yellow 6 Lake, Red 3, Blue 2 Lake, Blue 1 Lake, Red 40 Lake, Yellow 5, Red 40, Blue 1, Titanium Dioxide, Artificial Flavor, Tapioca Dextrin, Carnauba Wax, Confectioners Glaze), Bridge Mix (Pure Milk Chocolate, Sugar, Cocoa Butter, Milk, Cocoa Mass, Soy Lecithin, Vanilla, Confectioner\'s Glaze, Gum Arabic, Chocolate Liquor (processed with Alkali), Raisins (less than 1% Sunflower Oil), Dry Roasted Peanuts, Whole Dry Roasted Almonds), Sugar Cubes(Pure cane Sugar, Lifesavers (Stearic Acid, Sugar, Corn Syrup, Artificial Flavor Sorbitol)
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While the military was fighting in World War I and World War II, sugars and sweets were with them… but not for the reasons most people think. Enjoy this historic candy collection of world war candy rations spanning the two great wars of the 20th century. Candies sent by family, provided by the government, purchased from traders, and foraged or found. This 1900s candy gift offers a glimpse into the sweet side of history, showcasing the treats that brought comfort to soldiers far from home. The entire collection is part of the candy timeline box, allowing you to taste history while exploring the evolution of sweets enjoyed during these tumultuous times.
Hard Candies – Literally a Lifesaver!
The government sent tons of sour balls and Charms hard candies to troops which helped quench their thirst and stave off hunger. Malted milk balls – sent in tablets without their now familiar chocolate coating – were considered nourishing. Chewing gum served numerous purposes – it cleaned the teeth, protected against thirst, and helped relieve stress and boredom.
Sugar, Dried Fruit… and Bugs?!
Dried fruit was durable, available, and rich in vitamin C. Cranberries were especially a favorite. Bugs, appeared in much of the food over time, whether on purpose as in some local diets or accidentally. Sugar, used as a medicine, preservative, fermenting agent, and ingredient the military literally needed to survive.
Chocolate is a Fighting Food!
Candy bars, considered nutritious and a source of fast energy, hit the market in 1912 and were added to the first rations in World War I. Tootsie Rolls also provided fast energy, and were a code word for ammunition. Favorites also came in packages from home, such as licorice pastels and chocolate covered almonds, raisins, and peanuts – also known as bridge mix.
World War Mess Kit Candy… brought to you by the nation’s ONLY researched-based historic candy company. Our founder, Susan Benjamin, is author of numerous articles, even a book on the subject (her tenth) on Smithsonian’s Best Books About Food. Everything you get from True Treats is the best possible, most delicious version of her scholarly research – and World War Mess Kit Candy is no exception. True Treats products are sold in museum gift stores across the county. Enjoyed in homes everywhere!
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It was so nice to share some of the candy I remembered from my childhood with my grandchildren. I look forward to bringing them to the shop sometime this summer.
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