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ARP flag

Object

Flag

Production date

1939 = 1945

Object number

1991.728

Physical Description

A wood and metal pole holding a blue fabric double pointed triangular pennant. The pennant is embroidered with the words 'ARP' and the Stoke Newington coat of arms.
The ARP (Air Raid Precaution) scheme provided public shelters and gas-proof rooms in people’s homes. Each ARP warden worked in one post, and was responsible for a particular area. They made sure that no light was visible at night, and made records of bomb damage.

Associated Place

Material

Wood
Metal
Cotton

Dimension

Height (Pole): 1930
Width (Pole): 45mm
Height (Flag): 910mm
Width (Flag): 450mm

On display?

Yes