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Poster 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
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating GWR Station Staff Member in Gas Mask poster print from the Media Storehouse collection, exclusively sourced from the STEAM Museum. This evocative image transports you back in time to the height of World War II, when the threat of poison gas attacks loomed large. The image showcases a GWR station staff member, resolute in the face of danger, donning a gas mask as a precaution against mustard gas. With the backdrop of the bustling railway station, this powerful image encapsulates the bravery and resilience of the British people during this tumultuous period in history. Bring a piece of wartime heritage into your home or office with this striking and authentic poster print.
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Estimated Product Size is 42.6cm x 30.6cm (16.8" x 12")
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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