WWII Child’s Identity Card - 1940s National Registration Reproduction
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Military Clothing Size Guide (Click to Expand)
Military clothing sizes are listed as Height / Chest (for jackets and smocks) or Height / Waist (for trousers).
Example: 180/96 fits someone around 5'11" tall with a 38" chest.
| NATO Size (Label) | Approx Height | Chest / Waist (in) | Generic Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 160 / 88 | 5'3"–5'5" | 34–35" | Small (S) |
| 170 / 88 | 5'7"–5'9" | 34–35" | Small (S) |
| 170 / 96 | 5'7"–5'9" | 37–38" | Medium (M) |
| 180 / 96 | 5'10"–5'11" | 37–38" | Medium (M) |
| 180 / 104 | 5'10"–5'11" | 40–41" | Large (L) |
| 190 / 96 | 6'2" | 37–38" | Medium (M) Tall |
| 190 / 104 | 6'2" | 40–41" | Large (L) Tall |
| 180 / 112 | 5'11" | 43–44" | X-Large (XL) |
| 190 / 112 | 6'2" | 43–44" | X-Large (XL) Tall |
| 200 / 120 | 6'4"+ | 46–48" | 2X-Large (2XL) |
⚙️ Sizing Tips
- The first number is your height in cm.
- The second number is your chest or waist in cm.
- Military gear is usually cut roomy for layering and movement.
- If you’re between sizes, go down for a closer fit or up for layering.
- Example: 5'11" tall with 40" chest → 180/104 (Large).
This reproduction is a faithful replica of the National Registration Identity Card issued to children in Great Britain during the Second World War. Following the National Registration Act of 1939, every person in the country was required to carry an ID card to facilitate rationing, security, and population management. This child-specific version provides a factual insight into the administrative controls placed on the civilian population during the conflict.
Product Specifications & Features
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Authentic 1939 Design: High-quality reproduction featuring the correct layout, typography, and official blue or buff card styling of the original wartime issue.
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Child-Specific Detail: Includes the standard fields for the child's name, address, and the parent or guardian’s signature, reflecting period record-keeping.
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Service-Issue Quality: Printed on durable card stock that replicates the texture of 1940s official stationery, ensuring it can be handled during educational use.
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Historical Accuracy: Features the official government warnings and instructions regarding the legal requirement to produce the card when requested by authorities.
Historical Context
This document serves as a primary-source record of life on the Home Front:
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National Security: Reflects the government's need to account for every individual during mass evacuations and the chaos of the Blitz.
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Rationing Integration: The ID card was inextricably linked to the ration book, ensuring that food and clothing were distributed accurately to families.
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Civilian Regulation: Illustrates how the war effort necessitated a temporary shift in civil liberties, requiring even the youngest citizens to be registered with the state.
Realistic Use Cases
Consistent with our army surplus UK standards for functional historical resources, this ID card is intended for:
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Historical Reenactment: An essential "pocket filler" for those portraying evacuees or civilians in 1940s living history displays.
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Educational Instruction: A practical, tactile tool for schools and museums to demonstrate the realities of wartime bureaucracy to students.
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Museum Exhibits: A cost-effective way to display high-detail period documentation without risking the deterioration of fragile original artefacts.
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Theatrical Props: Accurate, period-correct documentation for stage, film, or television productions set in the United Kingdom during WWII.
Condition Note: This is a high-quality modern reproduction. It is designed for active use and study, offering a realistic look and feel where an original 85-year-old card would be far too fragile for regular handling.
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