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Posted on: October 31, 2008 3:59 AM, by Coturnix
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True. I believe there were more tangible things in life despite the chaos of world war. People had a better support system within families and friends. Character and conduct building was not an option but a necessity. Citizens were more responsible in order to utilise resources and rations economically.
Posted by: Therapy | October 31, 2008 5:24 AM