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World War II Gas Mask

The gas mask was invented by Garrett A. Morgan, an African-American inventor, in 1914. During World War II, it was used to protect soldiers from poisonous gases.

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World War II Gas Mask

Accession numbesr: O130

World War II Gas Mask

 

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