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Two women with infants and new baby gas masks, Sept 1939
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Two women with infants and new baby gas masks, Sept 1939
Two East end mothers wheeling their children and new baby gas masks through a London street. Accompanied by a caption reminding the reader to always carry a gas mask and advertising the availability of respirators for babies.
1939
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September 1939: Two East End Mothers and Their Infants with New Gas Masks, London Streets As the shadow of war loomed over Europe in September 1939, the people of London braced themselves for the uncertain future. In this poignant image captured by the Illustrated London News, two mothers, each pushing a pram, make their way through the bustling streets of the East End, their faces etched with determination and concern. Their infants, bundled up against the autumn chill, gaze curiously at the world around them, oblivious to the imminent danger. But the mothers are not unprepared. Tucked under the handles of their prams, new gas masks, designed especially for infants, are visible. The caption below the photograph serves as a stark reminder to all Londoners: "Always Carry a Gas Mask." The Second World War had begun, and the threat of gas attacks was a very real possibility. The availability of gas masks for babies was a testament to the innovative efforts of the British government and manufacturers to protect the most vulnerable members of society. These respirators, designed to filter out poisonous gases, offered a glimmer of hope in the face of an uncertain future. As the mothers navigate the crowded streets, their focus remains on the safety and wellbeing of their children. The image is a poignant reminder of the resilience and resourcefulness of the British people during wartime, their unwavering commitment to protect their families, and the importance of being prepared for any eventuality.
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