German gas masks
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German gas masks
A British impression of the type of respiratory equipment used by German soldiers during gas attacks upon Allied troops. The Germans first used poisonous gas at Ypres on April 22nd 1915, defying the Hague Convention treaty of 1907 which they had signed
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22nd Allied Attacks Convention Defying Germans Hague Impression Masks Poisonous Respiratory Signed Treaty Ypres 1907
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This haunting image captures the ominous reality of the First World War's use of poisonous gas as a weapon. The German gas masks depicted here represent an ominous British impression of the type of respiratory equipment used by German soldiers during their gas attacks on Allied troops. The first recorded use of poisonous gas in warfare occurred on April 22, 1915, during the Second Battle of Ypres in Belgium. The Germans, who had signed the Hague Convention treaty of December 1, 1899, and its 1907 supplement, which prohibited the use of asphyxiating or poisonous gases in war, defied this international agreement. The masks, with their menacing visages and intricate design, served as a grim reminder of the brutal and inhumane tactics employed during this period. The masks were essential for soldiers in the trenches, providing them with a vital means of survival in the face of deadly chemical attacks. This photograph, signed by the esteemed image library Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a poignant glimpse into the historical significance of these masks and the dark chapter of military history they represent. The Hague Conventions of 1899 and 1907 were the first international attempts to limit the effects of war on civilians and non-combatants. The use of poisonous gas marked a significant departure from these principles, leading to widespread outrage and a renewed commitment to the development of international law to prevent the use of such weapons in future conflicts. This image stands as a powerful reminder of the devastating consequences of war and the importance of adhering to the principles of humanitarian law.
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