Functional object - Gas mask bag, 1940

Historical information

Bag used by military to carry gas mask and other pieces of equipment. Worn over shoulder

Significance

Made by General Motors Holden in 1940

Physical description

Canvas bag with compartments front and back. Front divided into three sections, back has two compartments. Both compartments have canvas flap lids. Shoulder strap attached to brass rings on side of bag

Inscriptions & markings

V1 GMH 1941

Subjects

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