During World War II, M&M’s became especially popular among American soldiers. The candies were included in military rations because they traveled well and were less likely to melt than ordinary chocolate. Soldiers could carry them in different climates without worrying about the chocolate becoming a sticky mess. This practical advantage helped establish the brand’s reputation long before it became a favorite household treat.
When the war ended, demand continued growing. Returning soldiers had already developed a taste for the convenient little chocolates, and civilians soon wanted them too. By 1946, the candies were available to the general public, marking an important turning point in their history.
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