{"product_id":"british-ww2-gas-mask","title":"WW2 British M44 Gas Mask","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis original WW2 British M44 Gas Mask includes its canvas carrying bag and post-war filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eNormandy Airborne Innovation\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally issued in 1943, this \u003cstrong\u003eRespirator, Anti-Gas, Light, Mk. II\u003c\/strong\u003e was made to replace heavy, hose-linked breathing systems. By mounting the filter directly to the \u003cstrong\u003eleft cheek\u003c\/strong\u003e, it saved weight and let soldiers aim their rifles normally. This lightweight setup became standard gear for paratroopers and assault troops landing on the beaches of Normandy in June 1944.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDanish Civil Defence Service\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the war, many unissued British masks went to Denmark for civil defence. Designated as the \u003cstrong\u003eM\/45 Engelsk\u003c\/strong\u003e, they were given to the \u003cstrong\u003eCivilforsvaret (CF)\u003c\/strong\u003e. This set includes a \u003cstrong\u003e1950s-dated filter\u003c\/strong\u003e and an olive carrying bag, both stamped with the Danish crown. You also get a rare, original \u003cstrong\u003eDanish civil service manual\u003c\/strong\u003e tucked inside the pouch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003ePractical Field Storage Bag\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mask fits into a tough \u003cstrong\u003eolive-drab cotton canvas carrier\u003c\/strong\u003e built for the field. It features \u003cstrong\u003etwo large side pockets\u003c\/strong\u003e with metal press-studs for extra gear and rear loops to slide onto a web belt. The top flap closes with a webbed strap and brass buckle, making this bag an excellent, robust utility pouch for carrying modern outdoor gear or bushcraft essentials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd this complete, dual-nation military respirator set to your historical display or field gear collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"British Army","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":299144985,"sku":"SKU6939K","price":49.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0220\/2076\/products\/british_danish_ww2_gas_mask_and_bag.jpg?v=1470152791","url":"https:\/\/surplusqm.com\/products\/british-ww2-gas-mask","provider":"Surplus Quartermasters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}