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Gas attack rehearsal 1938
Gas attack rehearsal in Nottingham in 1938. A man with bell and rattle gives a warning of a gas attack in a simulated practice which was filmed to give instruction to other people in the UK
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18"x18" (46x46cm) Pillow
18"x18" (46x46cm) Faux Suede Pillow with a plush soft feel. Your choice of image fills the front, with a stone colored faux suede back. Flat sewn concealed white zip.
Accessorise your space with decorative, soft pillows
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 45.7cm (18" x 18")
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 evocative photograph captures the essence of a gas attack rehearsal that took place in Nottingham, England, in 1938. The image shows a man in uniform, holding a bell and a rattle, standing atop a truck as he gives a warning to those below. The scene is set against a backdrop of ominous clouds, adding to the sense of impending danger. As the world geared up for the second World War, the threat of gas attacks loomed large. In response, communities across the United Kingdom conducted regular drills to prepare their citizens for such an eventuality. This photograph is a poignant reminder of those days, when the siren call of the air raid siren was a regular part of daily life, and the sound of the gas attack warning bell was a chilling reminder of the potential horrors of war. The man in the photograph wears a protective mask, signaling the importance of gas masks in the event of a chemical attack. The masks were distributed to the population as part of the government's preparations for war, and their use was a regular part of these drills. The bell and rattle were used to give a warning of a gas attack, allowing people to put on their masks and seek shelter as quickly as possible. This photograph is a valuable historical record of a time when the threat of war was ever-present, and the importance of community preparation and resilience was paramount. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices and efforts made by people during wartime, and the importance of being prepared for the unknown.
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