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Gas Attack
Gas Attack

ARP Letter re Anti-Gas Classes

We all tend to make fun of the gas masks that were issued during WW11.  Perhaps it might not seem so funny if you had to wear one.  This letter from Hazel Riggall’s collection shows that it really was a serious business and not much to laugh about!

  • Author: Janet Jordan (SCLHRG)
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  • Created: 17th November 2022
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After The Raid
After The Raid

After The Raid

What you should know. What you should do.

  • Author: Janet Jordan (SCLHRG)
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  • Created: 15th September 2020
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An Unusual Air Raid Shelter

During WW2, air raid shelters abounded, obviously where there was the likelihood of bombs dropping.  With the threat of war, Anderson Shelters were the first to appear. But, there was another much stronger type of shelter to be had …

An Unusual Air Raid Shelter

An Unusual Air Raid Shelter

  • Author: Janet & Keith Jordan (SCLHRG)
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  • WWII
  • Created: 15th September 2020
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