Life's A Gas

Reproduction of a Ministry Of Information leaflet from 1940 advising citizens on how to maintain a stiff upper lip during incidents of chemical warfare. Some of the highlights:

HOW NOT TO GET GASSED

1) Make sure your own and your children's gas masks are in working order. Practise putting them on and get used to wearing them with confidence.

2) Carry your gas mask always, and have it handy at night.

3) To prevent the face-piece misting over, smear a little soap lightly on the inside once a week.

4) If your chemist has No. 2 Anti-Gas Ointment in stock, buy a jar.

IF YOU DO GET GASSED

1) Put on your gas mask at once.

2) Keep your mask on, even though you may still feel some discomfort.

3) If the irritation is serious and does not stop after a time, apply to the nearest ARP warden.

If you are splashed with liquid gas, dab as much of the liquid off your skin as you can with your handkerchief; then rub No. 2 Anti-Gas Ointment well into the place. Don't forget your handkerchief has become very dangerous - destroy it.

WE CAN BEAT GAS ATTACKS - if we know what to do, and do it.


So, consider yourselves all informed. Keep calm and carry on.