Description
WW2 Australian civilian issued gasmask and box, missing the filter – World War 2. Used by air raid wardens.
Very Good Plus condition gas mask in case of issue.
During the war, high level Japanese reconnaissance planes flew over Brisbane and there was a threat of bombing attacks. As a precautionary measure, some civilians took refuge in air-raid shelters and trenches.
Wardens carried gas masks, helmets and rattles or whistles and their chief duty was to advise the public what precautions to take and ensure they were taken.
