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1940 UK: Traffic policeman gets 'all lit up' with illuminated helmet
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0:30Now PlayingDate: 8th January 1940
Location: SALFORD LANCS, ENGLAND
Source: Reuters Historical News Collection: BRITISH PARAMOUNT NEWSREEL (REUTERS)
Salford, Lancashire, England
Semi view policeman showing how illuminated helmet works
CU helmet showing "Police" sign lights up
Semi view policeman putting on helmet & fixing battery in pocket
Semi view policeman in illuminated helmet directing traffic
(Night Scenes)
Gen. travel shot & travel shot approaching policeman wearing illuminated helmet directing traffic
Great Britain; Transport; Police - Miscellaneous
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