Original U.S. WWII Cigarette Pack Wrappers Filled for Display - Lot of Six (No Cigarettes)

These packs DO NOT CONTAIN cigarettes, instead they are the original World War Two era wrappers filled to appear complete.

Original Items. Only One Lot Available. The culture of wartime smoking became even more prominent during World War II. Cigarettes dangled ubiquitously from the lips of battle-weary Soldiers, of cartoon characters in “Stars & Stripes” like Bill Mauldin’s Willy and Joe, and of American wounded laid out on stretchers in movie newsreels, newspapers, and “Life” magazine. One publication went as far as to describe wartime smoking as the “last and only solace of the wounded.” Even President Roosevelt, the commander-in-chief, was frequently pictured smoking, the ever-present cigarette holder clamped firmly in his teeth. Meanwhile, Ike chain-smoked four packs daily, Churchill preferred cigars, and MacArthur drew on his corncob.

This is a lovely set of six original WWII Cigarette pack wrappers, which have been filled with paper and resealed for display purposes. They include two packs of Raleigh, one pack of Picayune, one pack of Lucky Strikes, one pack of Sunshine, and one pack of Paul Jones. All packs are in varying conditions but all remain in displayable shape.

A great set of wrappers, perfect for display with your WWII Collection.