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R. A. F. Attire
This illustration shows an assortment of Royal Air Force attire. 1. R.A.F. Battledress. 2. Sidcot outer suit of windproof canvas. 3. Sidcot inner lining. 4. Irvingsuit lambskin leather jacket. 5. Irvingsuit lambskin leather trousers. 6. Rear gunner parachute harness. 7. Parachute. 8. Mae West life saving jacket. 9. Orange painted skull cap. 10. Fur lined boots. 11. Silk gloves. 12. Soft woollen gloves. 13. Leather gauntlets. 14. Leather helmet with earphones. 15. Oxygen mask and microphone. 16. Splinter proof goggles. 17. Air gunner fully dressed for flying. Date: 1942
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1942 Assortment Attire Battledress Boots Bridget Dressed Earphones Fully Gauntlets Gloves Goggles Gunner Harness Leather Lined Lining Mask Microphone Moss Outer Oxygen Parachute Proof Rear Saving Sidcot Silk Skull Soft Splinter Trousers Walter Woollen Childrens Lambskin Windproof
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Step back in time to 1942 with this illustration showcasing an array of Royal Air Force attire. From the iconic R.A.F. Battledress to the Sidcot outer suit and inner lining, every detail is meticulously depicted in this snapshot of wartime fashion.
The Irvingsuit lambskin leather jacket and trousers exude a sense of rugged sophistication, while the rear gunner parachute harness and Mae West life-saving jacket serve as reminders of the dangers faced by those who served in the air force during World War II.
The orange-painted skull cap adds a pop of color to the ensemble, complemented by fur-lined boots and a variety of gloves for added warmth at high altitudes. The leather gauntlets and helmet with earphones speak to the practicality and functionality required for aerial combat missions.
Complete with an oxygen mask, microphone, splinter-proof goggles, and fully dressed air gunner ready for flight, this illustration captures a moment frozen in time. It serves as both a historical record of wartime attire and a tribute to the brave men and women who donned these garments in service to their country.
This children's book-worthy image is sure to spark curiosity about life during WWII and inspire admiration for those who fought bravely in the skies above.
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