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During World War II, concerns about possible chemical attacks inspired the creation of a children’s gas mask styled after Mickey Mouse.
With Walt Disney’s approval, the Sun Rubber Company manufactured about 1,000 of these masks in 1942.
The design, featuring Mickey’s cheerful face, colorful details, and signature mouse ears, was meant to make the protective gear less intimidating for young children.
Though never put to practical use, the masks remain a fascinating example of how popular culture was harnessed to ease wartime fears and reassure civilians.
With Walt Disney’s approval, the Sun Rubber Company manufactured about 1,000 of these masks in 1942.
The design, featuring Mickey’s cheerful face, colorful details, and signature mouse ears, was meant to make the protective gear less intimidating for young children.
Though never put to practical use, the masks remain a fascinating example of how popular culture was harnessed to ease wartime fears and reassure civilians.
During World War II, concerns about possible chemical attacks inspired the creation of a children’s gas mask styled after Mickey Mouse.
With Walt Disney’s approval, the Sun Rubber Company manufactured about 1,000 of these masks in 1942.
The design, featuring Mickey’s cheerful face, colorful details, and signature mouse ears, was meant to make the protective gear less intimidating for young children.
Though never put to practical use, the masks remain a fascinating example of how popular culture was harnessed to ease wartime fears and reassure civilians.
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