Emergency Signaling Mirror, General Electric Company, 1940s

Historical information

These mirrors were carried by fighter pilots to signal to rescue crews if they were downed, particularly behind enemy lines.

Significance

This mirror was carried by Max Carland part of his kit while flying missions from Moratai

Physical description

Rectangular mirror with instructions on reverse side.
Front is mirror, back is black with 50mm round mirror with sighting cross in centre

Inscriptions & markings

Emergency signaling mirror (ESM/1)
Sec.No. 4063
General Electric Company

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