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Anti-riot shield, Universal pattern, 1975 (c)

Perspex with steel handles and foam arm guard.

The British Army became experienced in riot control during its service in Northern Ireland. Shields were carried as protection from thrown stones and bottles. This type of shield replaced the earlier metal types with a mesh visor; they were lighter and had greater visibility in use.

NAM Accession Number

NAM. 1976-12-87-1

Copyright/Ownership

National Army Museum Copyright

Location

National Army Museum, Army At Home gallery

Object URL

https://collection.nam.ac.uk/detail.php?acc=1976-12-87-1