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Historical parallels: Petrol queues and rationing in past conflicts

First article: 19 mar. 2026, 02:30 | Last update: 19 mar. 2026, 02:30 | 1 source | 1 article

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The Sydney Morning Herald published an article drawing historical parallels between current petrol shortages and rationing experienced during past conflicts. The piece criticizes the Trump administration and his secretary of war for allegedly ignoring lessons from history regarding resource management during times of crisis. The article suggests that a lack of foresight and planning contributed to the present situation.

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Petrol queues and rationing: How Trump and his secretary of war ignored the lessons of history Foto: Sydney Morning Herald
Sydney Morning Herald 19 mar. 2026, 02:30 (1 day ago)

Petrol queues and rationing: How Trump and his secretary of war ignored the lessons of history

The oil shocks of the 1970s had once taught presidents and military chiefs to observe some caution in the Middle East.

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