WW2, British, ARP, Uniform Grouping, Kensington, London.

Handsome ARP uniform grouping of blouse and trousers in very good condition, consisting of:
An original Civil Defence A.R.P 59A pattern, battledress blouse dating from the Second World War and in a good large size No. 17.
Height 5’11” and over.
Breast 36” to 38”
Waist 33” to 35”
Manufactured by ‘S. Simpson Ltd.’

This pattern of blouse was introduced in mid-1942 as an austerity measure and replaced the earlier pattern which did not have exposed buttons. Officially designated 'Blouse A.R.P 59A', this pattern was the heavier wool intended for use with Rescue party workers.

The blouse features all its original plastic buttons, buckle and fastenings with little sign of wear and use. It is badged to Headquarters, Kensington, London and also has the ‘Kings Crown’, Civil Defence Corps breast badge to the left breast pocket. The service was stood down in May 1945, however, with the growing tensions of the Cold War, in 1949, the Civil Defence Corps (CDC) was set up/reactivated, with the badge coming from this era. Denoting the Kings Crown it therefor dates this badge from between 1949 to 1953. Of interest is the original ARP badge to the left breast pocket flap, a common practice to those that saw war service in the Corps and wanting it known they were an ‘old sweat’.

An original pair of 1943 dated, Civil Defence Battledress Trousers ARP 58 in size 9.
Height 5’7” to 5’8”
Waist 30” to 32”
Breech 36” and under
Manufactured by ‘Alexandre Ltd.’
This pattern of trousers was introduced in July 1941 and used by various arms of the Civil Defence including ARP Wardens. Made from a very dark blue serge wool they
feature a map pocket to the left leg, first field dressing pocket to the upper right leg, belt loops to the waist, slash pockets to each hip and a flapped rear pocket.


Priced to reflect the condition and absolute rarity of these very sought after items, please refer to the photos as they form part of the description.

Note:
Also available are the helmet and whistle that came with the uniform grouping, please refer to my other listings.

Code: 442