Cigarettes were used as a currency not only in several prisoner-of-war camps during World War II, but also in some countries in Eastern Europe just before the collapse of communism.

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This statement is true. During World War II, cigarettes were used as a currency in many prisoner-of-war camps as they were highly valued and easily transportable. Additionally, in Eastern Europe just before the collapse of communism, cigarettes were often used as a currency due to shortages of other goods and the relatively stable value of cigarettes.

Cigarettes Were Used as a Currency Not Only in Several