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Bristolians in 1939 seen here being issued with gas masks in the build up to the Second
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Bristolians in 1939 seen here being issued with gas masks in the build up to the Second
Bristolians in 1939 seen here being issued with gas masks in the build up to the Second World War. By September 1939 some 38 million gas masks had been given out to the civil population.
Circa June 1939
Staff
Bristol Post
Mirrorpix
Bristol
Avon
England
Media ID 21761368
© Mirrorpix
1939 Air Raid Precautions Blitz Bristol Civil Defence Flashback Historical Nostalgia Not Personality South West Thirties War And Conflict
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This print takes us back to Bristol in 1939, a time of great uncertainty as the world stood on the brink of war. Here we see ordinary Bristolians being issued with gas masks, an essential precaution in the build-up to the Second World War. As tensions escalated, governments across Europe took measures to protect their civilian populations from potential air raids and chemical attacks. By September 1939, an astonishing 38 million gas masks had been distributed throughout Britain. The image captures a moment frozen in time; faces filled with a mixture of apprehension and determination. These brave individuals were preparing themselves for what lay ahead – the unknown horrors that awaited them during the Blitz. Bristol, situated in England's south-west region, played a significant role during this tumultuous period. As part of civil defense efforts, its citizens were actively engaged in safeguarding their city against enemy bombings. Looking at this photograph today evokes feelings of nostalgia and reminds us of the resilience displayed by those who lived through such challenging times. It serves as a poignant reminder of our collective history and honors those who endured unimaginable hardships on the home front during World War II. This remarkable piece from Memory Lane Prints offers us a glimpse into our past - not just as individuals but also as communities united against adversity.
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