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Small box respirator, 1917-1918. Creator: Unknown
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Small box respirator, 1917-1918. Creator: Unknown
A small box respirator, or gas mask, dating from World War I. The respirator is comprised of a metal canister, hose, and face piece. The metal canister is painted yellow and has horizontal ridges throughout. Two texts are stamped on either side of the hose on top of the canister, they read, [135XH] and [CANGO]. [CANGO] is also stamped in a circle on the front of the canister. The canister is connected on top by a circular opening to a textile covered hose. The hose connects to the face piece by a black valve with an opening at the bottom. The face piece is made of green canvas and lined with rubber that has mostly deteriorated. The hose connects to an inner mouth piece and a nose clip inside the mask. It has glass goggles and black adjustable straps attached to the back. The glass on the goggles has corrosion and deterioration. The top head strap has been cut off
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This print showcases a small box respirator, also known as a gas mask, dating back to the tumultuous years of World War I. Created by an unknown artist, this artifact offers a glimpse into the protective equipment used during one of history's most devastating conflicts. The metal canister, painted in vibrant yellow with horizontal ridges throughout, stands as a symbol of resilience and ingenuity. Stamped on either side of the hose are two texts: [135XH] and [CANGO], while [CANGO] is also elegantly encircled on the front face of the canister. A textile-covered hose connects to the top opening of the canister, leading to a face piece made from green canvas lined with deteriorated rubber. Glass goggles provide vision amidst chaos but bear signs of corrosion and deterioration due to their age. The black adjustable straps attached at the back ensure a secure fit for its wearer. It is worth noting that this particular small box respirator belonged to an African American soldier who served in the United States Army during World War I. Preserved within the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), this powerful object serves as both a testament to our nation's military heritage and an important reminder of those who fought valiantly for freedom during times marked by war and adversity.
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