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Lens Covers - Car Headlights, World War II, 1939-1945
Reg. No: ST 29005
- Summary:
- Blackout ripple glass slotted headlight covers used on motor cars in Melbourne during World War II. Melbourne did not have a complete blackout during the war but a 'brownout' meant that streetlights were dimmed to provide some deterrant to air raids.
- Description:
- Two circular blackout ripple glass slotted headlight covers.
- Acquisition Information:
- Donation from Mr Reg Leach, 1975
| Discipline: | Technology |
| Dimensions: | 48 mm (Height), 234 mm (Diameter) |
More information
| Tagged with: | world war ii 1939-1945, automotive accessories, motoring |
| Themes this item is part of: | Transport Collection |
| Primary Classification: | ROAD TRANSPORT |
| Secondary Classification: | Motor Vehicles |
| Tertiary Classification: | motor car components |
| Place & Date Used: | Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1939-1945 |
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