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Gas masks are distributed from the Broad Street offices of Birminghams A. R. P
Gas masks are distributed from the Broad Street offices of Birminghams A.R.P. service. As demand for gas mask rise as tension between Germany and Poland rises 28th August 1939
Staff
Birmingham Post and Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
England
Media ID 21903942
© Mirrorpix
Air Raid Precautions Gas Mask Volunteers War And Conflict
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the historic moment of gas masks being distributed from Birmingham's A.R.P. offices on Broad Street. This poignant image captures the tense atmosphere of August 28, 1939, as the threat of war between Germany and Poland grew. Printed by Memory Lane Prints, these high-quality poster prints make a unique addition to any home or office, transporting you back to a pivotal moment in history. Order yours today and relive the past.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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Gas masks distributed amidst rising tension: Birmingham's A. R. P. service steps up preparations for conflict". In this photo print, taken on the 28th of August 1939, we witness a pivotal moment in history as gas masks are being distributed from the Broad Street offices of Birmingham's A. R. P. (Air Raid Precautions) service. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation as tensions between Germany and Poland escalate, foreshadowing the outbreak of World War II. As demand for these life-saving devices surges, volunteers work tirelessly to ensure that every citizen is equipped to face potential gas attacks. Women play a crucial role in this operation, demonstrating their unwavering commitment to protecting their families and communities on the home front. The image captures both determination and apprehension etched across the faces of those involved. It serves as a stark reminder of how ordinary people were thrust into extraordinary circumstances during times of war and conflict. This poignant photograph transports us back to an era defined by uncertainty but also resilience. It symbolizes the collective efforts made by individuals who united under one cause – defending their city against imminent danger. Preserved by Memory Lane Prints, this historical snapshot not only commemorates Birmingham's A. R. P. 's vital contribution but also pays homage to all those who selflessly served during World War II – reminding us never to forget their sacrifices or take our freedom for granted.
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