| Accession Number | AWM2016.1.4.4 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Black & white - Print silver gelatin |
| Date made | c. December 1917 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
B&W photograph relating to 17317 Sgt Rex Hazelwood
Description
Portrait of Sgt Hazelwood wearing a gas mask. An inscription on the reverse reads "My dear Miss Kendall, just a brief acknowledgement of some more of your ever welcome letters. I am writing this during a short wait before entraining for Folkstone & thence to France. This is yours truly in a gas helmet. The other one seen haning in front is known as a box respirator. The white & blue armlets are the badge of the Signal service & allow members of that unit free passage anywhere without being delayed by questions or demands for proof of identity...". This photograph is part of a collection relating to the service of 17317 Sergeant Rex Hazelwood, 1st Divisional Signal Company.