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Canvas Print : GWR station staff member in a gas mask, c. 1939
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GWR station staff member in a gas mask, c. 1939
During an air raid the threat of poison gas bombs being dropped by the German Luftwaffe was extremely high. Mustard gas was the most deadly gas available and could take up to 12 hours to take effect. 38 million gas masks were distributed in Britain to protect against any ill effects should gas bombs be dropped. After an air raid GWR staff would continue their normal duties, but in some instances would continue to wear their gas masks. This image shows a porter at Paddington Station wearing his mask. It must have been difficult to carry out normal tasks with limited visibility and restricted movement
STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway
Media ID 19938943
Air Raid Staff Station World War 2 Gas Mask
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "GWR Station Staff Member in Gas Mask" Canvas Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in partnership with STEAM Museum of the GWR. This evocative image transports us back in time to 1939, when the looming threat of air raids and poison gas bombs dropped by the German Luftwaffe cast a shadow over daily life. As seen in this powerful photograph, GWR station staff remained steadfast and prepared, donning their gas masks to protect against the deadly effects of mustard gas, which could take up to 12 hours to manifest. Add this historically significant piece to your collection and bring a touch of the past into your home or office. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted with premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and lasting quality.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from the STEAM Museum of the GWR transports us back to a time of great uncertainty and fear - the height of World War II. The image depicts a dedicated Great Western Railway (GWR) station staff member, donned in a gas mask, standing stoically at Paddington Station during an air raid. In those tumultuous times, the looming threat of poison gas bombs dropped by the German Luftwaffe was ever-present. To protect against this deadly menace, 38 million gas masks were distributed throughout Britain. This particular porter at Paddington Station exemplifies their unwavering commitment to duty even amidst such perilous circumstances. The photograph offers a glimpse into the challenges faced by these brave individuals as they carried out their everyday tasks while wearing cumbersome gas masks. With limited visibility and restricted movement, one can only imagine how difficult it must have been for them to navigate through bustling crowds and ensure smooth operations at the station. This poignant image serves as a reminder of the resilience and determination exhibited by GWR staff during wartime. Their unwavering dedication to serving their community in spite of grave dangers is truly commendable. It stands as a testament to their courage in defending against potential gas attacks on British soil – an indelible mark left by those who selflessly protected our nation's railways during this dark chapter in history.
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