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It was one of the first life preservers invented and called a 'Mae West' because it gave the appearance of the user being as physically endowed as a popular film actress of the time.
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Life jacket named for an actress?
Mae West.
Where can you see life jacket on a bordship?
A personal flotation device (abbreviated as PFD; also referred to as a life jacket, life preserver, Mae West, life vest, life saver, cork jacket, buoyancy aid or flotation suit) is piece of equipment designed to assist a wearer, who may be either conscious or unconscious, to keep afloat.PFDs are available in different sizes to accommodate variances in body weight. Designs differ depending on wearing convenience and level of protection.
What is the birth name of Debi Mae West?
Debi Mae West's birth name is Mae Zadler.
In the film I am No Angel who says Well it's not the men in your life that counts it's the life in your men?
Mae West
When was The Fabulous Mae West created?
The Fabulous Mae West was created in 1956.
This film star wrote a scandalous play in the 1920s called 'Sex'?
Mae West
When was Mae Young born?
Mae West died on November 22, 1980 at the age of 87.
When was Mae West Lips Sofa created?
Mae West Lips Sofa was created in 1937.
Was Mae west a Jew?
Mae West was raised as a Protestant Christian. However, recently some authors (Emily Wortis Lieder, and Max Gross) have claimed that Mae West's mother (Matilda Doelger) may have been partiallyJewish. This possibility is discussed in the book Becoming Mae West (pub. 2000).
What are the ratings and certificates for Mae West - 1982 TV?
Mae West - 1982 TV is rated/received certificates of: Iceland:L
How did Mae West keep her skin so beautiful?
Mae West avoided the sun to keep her skin looking fabulous!
What do you call something used to help people float?
Floatation device. Life buoy. Mae West. Cary float.
