Ever since the French Army had faced defeat at the front, internal conflicts within the nation had gradually come to light. The rising cost of living and meager incomes of the common folk had become irreconcilable social issues.
Stabilizing prices was impossible. Beyond capitalists hoarding resources, global price increases also played a significant role in the inflation within France.
After the outbreak of the land war, industrial and agricultural production in France had significantly declined, and it had become necessary to import a vast amount of resources to meet the basic needs of the people.
With prices rising and wages remaining stagnant, tensions arose. Regardless of the justifications for the price hikes, it was problematic if people couldn't afford to fill their stomachs.
