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As the crisis over the Sudetenland deepens and the threat of war between Great Britain
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As the crisis over the Sudetenland deepens and the threat of war between Great Britain
As the crisis over the Sudetenland deepens and the threat of war between Great Britain and Germany seems more likely, the government issues gas masks to the population.
Our Picture Shows: Mr E R Walters and family of ten being fitted with gas masks at Devonshire Hill School, Tottenham.
26th September 1938
Staff
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
United Kingdom
Media ID 21842583
© Mirrorpix
1938 Gas Masks War And Conflict
EDITORS COMMENTS
As the crisis over the Sudetenland deepens and the threat of war between Great Britain and Germany seems more likely, the government takes precautionary measures to protect its population. In this poignant photograph captured on 26th September 1938, we witness Mr E R Walters and his family of ten being fitted with gas masks at Devonshire Hill School in Tottenham. The image encapsulates both the fear and resilience that defined this tumultuous era. The children's innocent faces are juxtaposed against their somber expressions as they don these unsettling yet necessary protective masks. It serves as a stark reminder of how conflict can disrupt even the most ordinary aspects of family life. Gas masks became an emblematic symbol during World War II, representing not only physical protection but also psychological preparedness for potential chemical attacks. This photograph captures a moment frozen in time when families across the United Kingdom were forced to confront an uncertain future. Memory Lane Prints presents this historical snapshot as a testament to human strength amidst adversity. It reminds us of our shared history and highlights the sacrifices made by previous generations to safeguard our freedom. As we reflect upon this image from nearly a century ago, let it serve as a solemn reminder that peace must be cherished and preserved for future generations.
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