Grandma's Pantry Civil Defense card, ca. 1956
Contributed by Maine Historical Society
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An unsigned membership card in "Grandma's Pantry," a Civil Defense program that encouraged people to store items that might be needed in a disaster or national emergency.
The Maine State Civil Defense and Public Safety Agency, along with national Civil Defense officials, promoted awareness and safety during the Cold War, preparing the public for a possible nuclear attack.
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- Title: Grandma's Pantry Civil Defense card, ca. 1956
- Creation Date: circa 1956
- Subject Date: circa 1956
- Media: Ink on paper
- Local Code: Coll. 2175
- Object Type: Text
For more information about this item, contact:
Maine Historical Society
489 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822
http://www.mainehistory.org
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LC Subject Headings
Pantries
Maine. Civil Defense and Public Safety Agency
Preparedness
Grandmothers
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