WW2 US Non-Combatant M1A2-1-1 Child Gas Mask In Carrying Bag

The WW2 US Non-Combatant M1A2-1-1 Child Gas Mask in Carrying Bag was issued by the United States during the Second World War to protect children from chemical agents in the event of gas attacks. This gas mask is characterized by its distinctive rubber facepiece, round eye lenses, and an integrated filter canister. The set includes the original carrying bag used for storage and transport. The M1A2-1-1 model was specifically designed to fit children, with adjustable straps for a secure fit and a smaller size to accommodate younger users. Mass production of these masks began in the early 1940s as part of wider civilian defense measures. These masks were distributed mainly on the home front and were rarely needed in practice but represent the heightened concerns of the period. The combination of mask and carrying bag provides insight into wartime preparedness and the equipment issued to non-combatant populations in the United States during World War II.