Historical information

Late WWI German gas mask tin

Significance

This item was used by German soldiers to house and carry gas masks to protect them against chemical weapons during WW1

Physical description

Late First World War German field grey carry tin for gas mask. One tan cotton strap for wearing over the wearers shoulder. Shorter tan cotton strap with button hole to attach to wearers belt. Inside tin lid has piece of paper with German inscriptions.

Inscriptions & markings

Inside tin lid has piece of paper with German inscriptions. Inscription 'SS' overlapping on tin lid lip.