2lb of Ceylon Tea in original Tea Chest c 1940

2lb of Ceylon Tea in original Tea Chest c1940 measuring 20cm x 15cm x 10cm In exactly its original condition, never opened. A common gift from serving military personnel posted to India during WWII and able to send home to friends or family via the 'FMO' Forces Postal service. Quality tea was difficult to obtain in the UK during wartime, so these gifts were ever popular. In this case, the sender was Leading Wren ( Women's Royal Navy) M Peach, sending to a Mr SF Rowsome in Dublin. A fascinating glimpse into UK history, and intriguing to wonder if it was ever sent or received?

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