Object Record
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Metadata
Accession Number |
2010.4.3 |
Object Name |
Armband |
Tag Line |
A.R.P. armband. |
Collection |
Military |
Description |
Cream-colored tie-on armband with "ARP" in bright blue letters. One side of the arm band has two ties and the other has two fabric loops. The armband has some loose threads. |
Year Range from |
1935 |
Year Range to |
1946 |
Provenance |
Civilian gas masks were issued by the A.R.P. during WWII as part of Canada's home defense strategy. A.R.P. groups around the country train civilians on what to do during an air raid. The Rossland Civilian Protection Committee was formed on July 31, 1941, of which the A.R.P. (Air Raid Precautions) was a significant component. The A.R.P. trained and educated Rosslanders what to do in the event of an attack. The group held blackout drills and trained members in first aid and firefighting. The Rossland Court House was chosen to serve as an emergency hospital if needed. There are associated records for the Rossland Civilian Protection Commitee and the Rossland A.R.P. in the City of Rossland Fond (MS 55). |
Material |
Fabric |
Dimensions |
W-9 L-21 cm |
Dimension Details |
Length does not include straps and buckles |
Search Terms |
World War II A.R.P. (Air Raid Precautions) Rossland A.R.P. Rossland Civilian Protection Committee |
Subjects |
Armband Military Equipment Civilian Protection Identification |
Source |
Sharon Clauser |