Protector for dressings on chest, 1914-1918

Made:
1914-1918 in Europe

Protector for dressings on chest, British or German, for military use, 1914-1918

Details

Category:
Nursing & Hospital Furnishings
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A636929
Materials:
canvas and strap, leather
Measurements:
length 396 mm
width 303 mm
type:
chest protectors

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