Memorabilia - Gas Mask, c1940

Historical information

The WWII US civilian gas mask for children was issued in a cardboard box. It came with a canvas carrying bag which had a shoulder strap sewn to the sides.

Significance

This US Civilian home front item was issued during World War two. Gas masks were distributed among the general population because of the fear of Japan, and even Germany, being able to reach the main land

Physical description

Cardboard box containing child size rubber and metal gas mask with green canvass bag

Inscriptions & markings

Model MIA2-1-1

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