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'Mickey Mouse' gas mask, 1939-45

Description

This special, attractively coloured mask, named after the famous cartoon character, was designed for children aged 18 months to 4 years old to allay their fears about wearing a respirator. It was also made lighter than normal masks so it was easier to wear.

Owner:
South Wales Police Museum
Creator:
Unknown
License information:
Reproduced by permission of South Wales Police Museum
Copyright Details:
South Wales Police Museum 2004
Publisher Ref:
GTJ75061
Item uploaded:
19/1/2010
Date originally created:
1939-1945
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