1917 Rotogravure World War I Warfare Gas Masks British Artillerymen Cavalry YNY3
"United States to Have Gas Regiments" This is an original 1917 duotone rotogravure of British soldiers using gas masks during World War I. As of September 20, 1917 the United States was to have a special gas and flame service unit for each army being trained. CONDITIONThis 97+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. Light aging throughout. Small crease - right margin. No surface rub. Small chip - right margin. No water damage. There is printing on the verso. Please note that the white spots in the bottom right corner are just reflections on the digital image -- they are NOT on the item. Product Type: Original Rotogravure; Duotone Grade: Very Fine ++ Dimensions: Approximately 10 x 15 inches; 25 x 38 cm Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation) Period Paper is pleased to offer a collection of historic World War I rot