Vintage 1939 Home Office Anti-Gas Protective Helmet & Respirator with Booklet

Discover a rare piece of wartime history with this authentic Vintage 1939 Home Office Air Raid Precautions Department anti-gas protective helmet, complete with its original connected respirator. Designed for babies and young children during the pivotal era of WWII, this unique collectible offers a tangible connection to the past. The helmet is expertly constructed from durable rubberized fabric, featuring a clear celluloid visor that allowed visibility. The attached respirator boasts green corrugated rubber tubing, complemented by intricate metal and fabric fittings, all indicative of period manufacturing. The helmet's edge is detailed with metal studs, adding to its authentic appeal. This significant artifact is accompanied by its original instruction booklet, "Home Office Air Raid Precautions Department: Anti-Gas Protection of Babies and Young Children," printed by His Majesty's Stationery Office in 1939, providing invaluable historical context and operational instructions. An exceptional find for military history enthusiasts, collectors of wartime memorabilia, or those seeking a truly distinctive decorative piece.