Keywords: Civil Defense, Nuclear Response, Emergency Preparedness, School Safety, Cold War, Prototype Kit, Yellow Storage Box, Disaster Preparedness, Government Program, Medical Estate, Historical Memorabilia, Dr Robert Roy McCormick

Summary:
NYS Civil Defense prototype kit for secondary school nuclear response. Yellow painted storage box with Civil Defense insignia on lid, related to a school emergency preparedness program. According to accompanying estate information, Dr. Robert Roy McCormick volunteered on the project, and this kit was part of that effort prior to the official roll-out. From the estate of Dr. Robert Roy McCormick of Arnprior, Ontario.

(Overall condition varies, with wear consistent with age and use. Box shows surface wear, scratches, scuffs, paint loss, discoloration, and handling marks. Contents have not been individually inventoried or tested. Completeness and functionality are not guaranteed. Sold as historical Civil Defense memorabilia)

Measurement: 11 x 21 x 16 1/2 in. (27.9 x 53.3 x 41.9 cm.) approx

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