Photographic Print : Gas Masks for babies
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Gas Masks for babies
A gas mask, or hood for babies being demonstrated at Holborn Town Hall, London. It took three years of development to perfect. It consists of a hood of impervious fabric and is fitted with a large indow of cellulose acetate. It encloses the head, shoulders and arms, and is closed around the waist with a draw tape. Air is supplied by means of a rubber bellow which is filtered as it passes into the hood
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Babies Hood Hoods Mask Masks Ww 2 Ww Ii
10"x8" Photo Print
Discover the intriguing history of infant protection with our exclusive Media Storehouse photographic print featuring a gas mask for babies. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a demonstration of the innovative gas mask at Holborn Town Hall in London. Developed over a painstaking three-year period, this rare artifact offers a glimpse into the past and the lengths taken to ensure the safety of the youngest members of our society. Add this unique print to your collection and spark intrigue in any room.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This thought-provoking photograph captures the unusual sight of babies wearing gas masks, or hoods, during a demonstration held at Holborn Town Hall in London during the late 1930s. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the unprecedented measures taken during World War II to protect the most vulnerable members of society. The development of these gas hoods, which enclosed the head, shoulders, and arms, and were closed around the waist with a draw tape, took an impressive three years to perfect. The hoods consisted of an impervious fabric and featured a large window of cellulose acetate, allowing the babies to see out while providing a barrier against harmful gases. Air was supplied through a rubber bellow, which was filtered as it passed into the hood, ensuring the babies' safety. The use of gas masks for babies during this period was a response to the escalating threat of gas attacks during the Second World War. The image is a stark reminder of the fear and uncertainty that gripped the world during this time, and the lengths to which people were willing to go to protect their loved ones. The historical significance of this photograph lies in its depiction of a little-known aspect of wartime life. It offers a unique perspective on the sacrifices and resilience of the British people during this tumultuous period in history. The image is not only a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of the time but also a powerful symbol of the enduring bond between parents and their children.
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