Yes! We Have No Bananas

While our severe rationing program does not extend to fresh fruit, the shadow of war means we are lacking most of our capacity for import. Many former commodities from the tropics are therefore now unattainable luxuries, including such things as lemons and bananas. In keeping the wartime spirit, shopkeepers have taken to hanging signs in their windows, referencing the jolly old show tune. Unfortunately there is also a shortage of string beans and onions, cabbages and scallions, and all kinds of fruit, but the British spirit keeps up!