Military chocolate (United States) - Wikipedia

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Weigh 4 ounces (113.4 g)Be high in food energy valueBe able to withstand high temperaturesTaste "a little better than a boiled potato" (to keep soldiers from eating their emergency rations in non-emergency situations)

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