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In 1947, why did President Harry S. Truman ask Americans to stop eating meat on Tuesdays and poultry products on Thursdays?

Question #151531. Asked by psnz.
Last updated Aug 04 2024.
Originally posted Aug 04 2024 7:59 PM.

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BigTriviaDawg

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After WWII the US was having an economic boom however, much of Europe was struggling. Truman requested Americans go without meat for a few days a week so they could share their food with Europe. While this was a humanitarian effort, it also was an effort to prevent desperate European countries from sliding back into war.

https://time.com/4053182/harry-truman-televised-speech/

Aug 04 2024, 8:05 PM

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In 1947, why did President Harry S. Truman ask Americans to stop eating meat on Tuesdays and poultry products on Thursdays?

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