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Wearing gas masks

Cartoon demonstrating how the social graces can still flourish, even when gas-masked. Date: 1939

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Media ID 32241544

© Illustrated London News Ltd / Mary Evans

Civilian Civilians Etiquette Good Humourous Manners Mask Masks Polite Politeness Gasmask Gasmasks


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Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Stylish and elegant polished safety glass, toughened and heat resistant (275x225mm, 7mm thick). Matching Coasters also available.

Set of 4 Glass Place Mats. Elegant polished safety glass and heat resistant. Matching Coasters may also be available

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.2cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")

Estimated Product Size is 22.5cm x 27.5cm (8.9" x 10.8")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate


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In this humorous and thought-provoking cartoon from the Illustrated London News (ILN) dated September 2, 1939, civilians don gas masks as the looming threat of chemical warfare becomes a grim reality. Amidst the chaos and uncertainty of wartime, the social graces and manners of everyday life continue to flourish. Two elegantly dressed women, their faces obscured by gas masks, engage in a polite conversation. One asks the other, "How do you find the air in this shelter?" The other replies, "Quite bearable, really. I've brought a few flowers to brighten up the place." They exchange pleasantries, their voices muffled but clear through their masks. In the background, men in gas masks play cards, read books, and chat amicably. A man in a top hat and monocle, also masked, offers a lady a seat. The scene is reminiscent of a tea party or a drawing room, albeit one where everyone wears protective gear. The cartoon serves as a reminder that even in the most challenging of circumstances, civility and good manners can prevail. It also highlights the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit, as people find ways to maintain a sense of normalcy and connection, even while wearing gas masks during wartime. This charming and humorous cartoon is a poignant reminder of the 1930s and the early days of World War II, a time when the world was on the brink of change and uncertainty. It is a testament to the power of humor and the enduring nature of human connection, even in the most trying of times.

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