Mustard gas burns, First World War. Mustard gas burns on the hand and wrist of a US soldier injured during the First World War (1914-1918). The USA entered the war in 1917. Mustard gas, which is toxic, consists of chlorinated sulphur hydrocarbons, and causes severe blistering to the skin. These chemical burns extend over the soldier's leg. In severe cases, this can be fatal. | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / US National Archives And Records Administration |
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