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Decontamination Drill, World War II
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Decontamination Drill, World War II
Decontamination Drill at the Savoy Hotel in London during World War II. Percy Rommey demonstrates the correct method of undressing a man exposed to gas. Using special protective gloves and clothing they must undress the victim and then give them a shower. Date: 1939-1945
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment during a decontamination drill at the Savoy Hotel in London during World War II. The image, dating from 1939-1945, depicts Percy Rommey, a trained expert, demonstrating the essential steps to undress a man who has been exposed to gas. The Savoy Hotel, a renowned luxury establishment, served as a makeshift decontamination center during this period of heightened threat. The importance of such drills cannot be overstated, as the use of chemical weapons was a terrifying reality during the Second World War. The individuals involved in this drill are seen wearing special protective gloves and clothing to minimize their own exposure to any residual gas. The victim, wearing a gas mask, awaits the next stage of the process: a thorough shower to rid him of any remaining traces of the deadly agents. The meticulous nature of the undressing process is evident in the photograph, with Rommey guiding the man's hands to remove each article of clothing one by one. This practice was crucial to prevent the inadvertent spread of gas, ensuring the safety of both the victim and those carrying out the decontamination process. This historical photograph offers a poignant reminder of the extraordinary measures taken during World War II to protect civilians from the devastating effects of chemical weapons. The image is an invaluable record of the determination, resourcefulness, and resilience of those who lived through this dark period in history.
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