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During World War I and World War II, gas masks were issued to British soldiers, civilians, and children as a protective measure against chemical warfare. The government provided these masks to ensure public safety in the event of gas attacks, particularly during the Blitz in World War II. Additionally, various organizations and schools conducted drills to familiarize people with their use. The iconic "British Mk IV gas mask" became a symbol of the era.
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What were the small cardboard boxes with a long cord strap used for in the series Foyle's War?
Gas masks were kept in these. During World War 2, Britain feared that The Luftwaffe would attempt a gas attack on Britain. The British Government issued gas masks to every man, woman and child and Gas attack drills were practiced regularly, due to this The Luftwaffe knew the British were prepared so never attempted a gas attack.
What were the masks called the children had to wear in world war 2?
They were called Gas Masks
How did the gas mask change society?
how did gas masks change society? what
What did gas masks do?
Gas masks are used to protect people especially soldiers when gases are used in warfare or domestic disturbances. They were used in World War I to protect soldiers against mustard gas.
How long have people been wearing masks?
The use of masks goes back to the 1800s when inventors developed masks for the miners and soldiers. We still have our soldiers outfitted with gas masks.
What countries had gas masks?
In isreal,russia,brtian toady,britain in wwII,wwII,military,war,and america
Did they use gas masks in WW1?
yes gas masks were used
What were the small cardboard boxes with a long cord strap used for in the series Foyle's War?
Gas masks were kept in these. During World War 2, Britain feared that The Luftwaffe would attempt a gas attack on Britain. The British Government issued gas masks to every man, woman and child and Gas attack drills were practiced regularly, due to this The Luftwaffe knew the British were prepared so never attempted a gas attack.
Can there be gas masks now?
There are several company's selling and inventing new gas masks.
Why were gas masks never used?
Gas masks wernt used because it wasnt likely for the Germans to drop a gas bomb on Britain they were only used reguarly and families only had them incase of an emergency byeeee xx No thay were used in World War 1, to protect from toxic chemicals.
Did you get red coloured gas masks?
yes you did they were called mick mouse gas masks they were for children
What is the name of the gas that was put in gas-masks in World War 2?
You don't put gas into gas masks. They are used to keep out poisonous gases.
How did Cadburys help Britain during the world wars?
cadburys was seconded as a munitions maker during WW2 including making gas-masks for the general public.
Why don't the leaders of squads using gas masks wear helmets?
Not all gas masks are compatible with helmets, so some soldiers forgo helmets to wear their masks.
Why did people wear gas masks?
The reason they wore gas masks is because they weren't sure weather the Nazi's would drop gas bombs as they did in WW1
What do gas masks have to do with the separation process?
Separation of what? If it is the separation of East/West Germany then it is because gas masks were used in Gas Warfare, which was used in WWI and WWII.
Did Americans have gas masks?
yes they did!
