Every combatant nation introduces a form of rationing to attempt to maintain a reliable food supply; ersatz recipes, substitute ingredients and digging up athletic fields increase agricultural output to help keep people fed.

Civilian casualties caused by Axis and Allied aerial bombing campaigns outnumber military losses; citizens take action during the Blitz to protect themselves.

Combatant countries go to great lengths to maintain their people's morale, offering diversion and entertainment while reassuring citizens that their cause is just and victory certain.