gas masks
Cameras

No, These Baby Helmets Are Not Protecting The World’s First Tiny Astronauts

In Focus picks up its multi-part World War 2 photo series with the Invasion of Poland and the Winter War. Tucked in the set is this photo, above, that depicts British babies wearing protective respirators in 1939. [In Focus

May 9, 2011
Geek Out

Horses Need Gas Masks Too

Horse gas masks first came about around World War I to protect them from chemical agents. Amazing that we still used horses during warfare then! I do love how fitting them up with these crazy masks makes the little horsey look a lot more intimidating and apocalyptic. Gas masks have that effect. [Industrial Anatomy via Neatorama]

November 13, 2010
Science

US Marine Runs 42km Long Marathon Wearing Gas Mask

I’m sure you’ll agree with me that a marathon is tough work as is, but while wearing a gas mask? Which reduces oxygen intake by 30 per cent? It’s obvious Marine Sgt Jeremy Soles is tough as nails.

October 26, 2010
Gadgets

Strap On The Bong Gas Mask But Don’t Look In The Mirror Ever

Oh, you have medical problems and need a puff of the green stuff, but you’re worried your bong is failing you? Strap on the bong gas mask for size. Just don’t think of My Bloody Valentine while doing so.

February 14, 2009
Gadgets

Gas Mask Kazoos: Death With An Annoying Diddy

For no good reason at all, the guys at Rathergood made a series of gas mask kazoos. All they need is one more member to make the scariest barbershop quartet ever assembled.

January 17, 2009

Darth Vader Gas Mask

Artists Tristan Eaton and AZK ONE have been invited to join the Vader Project based on their collaborative work on this sweet Darth Vader gas mask.

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