
4 0 c m
24cm
actual image size: 16cm x 32cm
Description
One of a series of 'Air Raid Precautions' cards. This one illustrates an uncovered window glas being shattered by the force of a bomb blast and how this has been prevented by placing a wire mesh grid over the other pane. These include whitewash, shutters, cushions, a thick blind and finally a grid to be screwed to the frame. Despite widely being regarded as a useful source of instruction, production of cigarette cards was halted during both World Wars due to shortages.
Image Details
Image Ref.
10422946
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