Hard hat, ca. 1953

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Hard hat, ca. 1953

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Description

This electrical worker's hard hat is made of non-conductive fiberglass, an important safety feature for those working on electric poles and lines.

This hat carried the Central Maine Power Company initials and electric bolt logo.

Early industrial hard hats were developed in the 1920s and were made of steel or aluminum.

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About This Item

  • Title: Hard hat, ca. 1953
  • Creator: E.D. Bullard Co.
  • Creation Date: circa 1953
  • Subject Date: circa 1953
  • Media: Fiberglass
  • Local Code: 2004.090.1368
  • Collection: Central Maine Power Company collection
  • Object Type: Physical Object

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