Soldiers trying out their gas masks in every possible way. Putting the respirator to good use while peeling onions. 40th Division, Camp Kearny, San Diego, California.; General notes: Use War and Conflict Number 454 when ordering a reproduction or requesting information about this image.

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W6M486

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3665 x 5456 px | 31 x 46.2 cm | 12.2 x 18.2 inches | 300dpi

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