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Food Will Win the War: Minnesota Crops, Cooks, and Conservation during World War I

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Rae Katherine Eighmey's latest and best book, Food Will Win the War, was a fascinating read. It took us back to the perils of the First World War and how homemakers responded to President Hoover and President Wilson's pleas for meatless meals, use of less sugar, and smaller portions. Sounds a lot like the message being delivered by nutritionists today!
The book, centered on Minnesota, also has some great black and white photos, posters and recipes. Anyone who enjoys history will find this book entertaining and an unique way to approach a stressful time in the United States and especially the northern states.It was really tough, the guns and butter choice was probably more severe even than WWII. We have never faced the situation since, but it could be coming someday, who knows?
Rae Eighmey is right on target to encourage use of locally grown foods, adopting preservation methods, and even having a chicken coop in the back yard where situations permit.
This book is a great parallel to today. How little times change, when one is trying to do the right thing.