AAZ-0428

Model of an experimental civilian gas mask for children

[1957 Oct. 22]

Still image

1 photographic print : b&w ; 21 x 26 cm (8 1/4 x 10 1/4 in.)

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Folder: SF. Civil Defense.
Typed note: "This protective mask, modeled after Mickey Mouse, was designed to be attractive to youngsters between the ages of three and six, who normally object to wearing a gas mask, but actually enjoy wearing this one."
Stamped: "Information Activities, Headquarters Sixth U.S. Army, Presidio of San Francisco, California."
Written on back: "Civilian Defense."

brn: .b10447143

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