U.S. Army WW II Pork Luncheon Meat - Reproduction

US Army WWII Pork Luncheon Meat - "Spam"

When my dad was discharged and sent home at the end of World War II, my mother planned a big family dinner as a celebration. She asked my dad what he would like served at the dinner. “I don’t care,” was his reply, “As long as it isn’t Spam!”

Spam and similar processed pork products made by a variety of manufacturers was churned out by the millions of cans each week during the war, bearing the familiar white “Pork Luncheon Meat” label. It was widely distributed among allied forces as well, and found a place in civilian aid programs. The ration was so ubiquitous that GI’s often ended up dining on “Pork Luncheon Meat” two and even three meals a day.

It is no understatement to say that no military exhibit or kit is complete without at least one of these cans.

This offering features a can with the authentic key opener, firmly attached to the bottom of the can (no cheesy pop-top), and the white label is an authentic reproduction of the original. In addition the contents are fresh from the shelf so that re-enactors can, if they wish, plan their own meal in the field around “Pork Luncheon Meat.”

We will happily combine multiple purchases to help hold down your shipping costs.