WW2 Civil Defence Uniforms, Insignia, Helmets & EquipmentAn extensive resource covering all aspects of the British ARP and Civil Defence General Services during the second world war. |
UniformsDetailed information on the uniforms worn by British Air Raid Precautions (ARP) Wardens, the Civil Defence Services, nurses and the WVS during the second world war.
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EquipmentCivil Defence equipment including the types of gas mask issued, gas detection devices, air raid sirens, torches, bells, rattles, goggles and first aid kits.
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Fire GuardHistory of the Fire Guard - the largest British volunteer organisation during the war - as well as Fire Watchers and Supplementary & Street Fire Parties (SFP).
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WW2 Civil Defence BlogThe WW2 Civil Defence Blog is regularly updated with interesting items related to Air Raid Precautions and the Civil Defence General Services during the second world war. Includes original photos, badges, uniforms, documents and other items related to the home front.
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PhotographsA selection of original world war two photos of various Civil Defence personnel and also a gallery of re-enactors photographs from events across the UK.
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ResourcesA collection of resources relating to books, uniform sizes and pattern numbers, plus the incredibly useful ARP Memo No. 17 from 1944 and a buyers' guide.
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I'm always keen to hear from WW2 collectors, historians and re-enactors regarding the information displayed on this site.
Please contact me to add photos of badges and original second world war ARP and Civil Defence items you own.
Please contact me to add photos of badges and original second world war ARP and Civil Defence items you own.