WW2 ARP & Civil Defence Lamps & Torches

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Standard ARP Issue Hand Torch Lamp 

This 1939-dated hand torch / lamp in the standard issue lamp given to ARP wardens in the early part of the war.

Standard issue WW2 ARP torch (1939).

Standard issue WW2 ARP torch (rear).

Standard issue WW2 ARP torch (top).

1942 ARP & Civil Defence Hand Torch Lamp

1942 issue WW2 ARP torch (front).

1942 issue WW2 ARP torch (rear).

1942 issue WW2 ARP torch (top).

Lamp Electric No.1

This type of lamp was often used by ARP wardens and civil defence personnel. It had an integral front screen that could be lifted out of the way when more light was required.

WW2 civil defence Lamp Electric No.1.

WW2 civil defence Lamp Electric No.1 (side view).

WW2 civil defence Lamp Electric No.1 (rear).

WW2 civil defence Lamp Electric No.1 (cover).

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