Handbook of Civilian Defense

Book

Saugatuck Douglas Historical Society

Name/Title

Handbook of Civilian Defense

Entry/Object ID

2024.10.01

Description

Hardbound pocket guide covering defense work for men and women, defense at home, air raid protection, first aid, wartime information and index. 94 pages with silhouettes of warplanes on the end papers. Reviewed by the U.S. Office of Civilian Defense,

Context

Published in 1942, the publication educated the home front in the midst of World War II. After the war, the enemy spotter responsibilities were taken over by radar systems like the one atop Mt. Baldhead.

Collection

Cold War 1947-1991, Military, wars and veterans

Cataloged By

Winthers, Sally

Acquisition

Accession

2024.10

Source or Donor

Nietering, Nathan

Acquisition Method

Donation, unconditional

Dimensions

Height

3-1/2 in

Width

5-1/2 in

Book Details

Date Published

1942

Location

Box

126 A+B Radar Parts

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

Mount Baldhead Gap-Filler Radar Annex 1956-present

Related Events

Event

World War II 1939-1945

Create Date

March 15, 2024

Update Date

March 15, 2024