During World War 2 we had air raid precaution wardens in Ceylon too. They were responsible for ensuring that people in their area knew where to go to if there was an air raid. They were also responsible for setting up first aid centres and ensuring that no lights could be seen on the ground to enemy aircrafts flying overhead at night.
There are many pictures of ARP wardens in England on the internet but none of those from the colonies. I seriously doubt that our ARP wardens wore dark blue overalls. An eye witness who was around 10 at the time remembers them wearing khaki shorts, short-sleeved shirts, wide brimmed hats and shoes with socks up to the knees! And the ARP arm bands of course.
I'll need to do some serious digging to find out.
There are many pictures of ARP wardens in England on the internet but none of those from the colonies. I seriously doubt that our ARP wardens wore dark blue overalls. An eye witness who was around 10 at the time remembers them wearing khaki shorts, short-sleeved shirts, wide brimmed hats and shoes with socks up to the knees! And the ARP arm bands of course.
I'll need to do some serious digging to find out.
Apparently Hubby's maternal grandfather was an ARP, he remembers an old badge or something that he saw when they were moving houses. Grandpa was also a physician.
ReplyDeleteOh fab! If hubby can find out anything about the rest of the uniform even better! Thanks!
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