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C12.1_001292 Fireman’s Axe

Item Reference: 001292
Category: Second World War
Format: Artefact
Description: Rubber handled fireman’s axe, inscribed “Chillington ARPAX” used by air raid precaution (ARP) and civil defense personnel
Date: 1939-45
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