Original German WWII Named M38 Gas Mask in Size 1 with Filter & Canister - dated 1943 - Magnetic Fittings US Civil War The red cross emblem came

The red cross emblem came into existence more than 150 years ago when the Geneva Conventions adopted it to protect medical personnel assisting the wounded on the battlefield

was leading his machine gun platoon up the slopes toward the airfield when a mortar shell killed him and four other men

Most of the original silver plating is unfortunately gone

2% probability of hitting a 30 metres (100 ft) target from 6

Original German WWII Named M38 Gas Mask in Size 1 with Filter & Canister - dated 1943 - Magnetic Fittings US Civil War The red cross emblem cameOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent condition model M38 G Maske or Gasschutzmaske (Gas protection mask), complete with an original Filter and Carrying can, all with WWII Dates and markings. The model M38 was first issued to troops in 1938, replacing the earlier M30, made of rubberized canvas and rubber. The 38 body is made completely of rubber, ensuring a great seal, and less issues with degradation in service. The spring loaded