Lantern, Electric, Traffic, No. 2

The Traffic Light W.B.3190 No2 (officially known as the "Lantern, Electric, Traffic, No. 2") is a military hand lantern used by the British Army during World War II.

Features & Application

• Function: These lanterns were used for traffic control, coordinating military convoys in the dark, or marking safe routes and minefields.
• Design: The lamp features a square, olive drab metal design and is equipped with a special hood over the glass. This prevented the light from shining upward, which was crucial to avoid detection by enemy aircraft during the Blitz.
• Color Filter: The lamp includes an internal green filter for signaling purposes.
• Mounting: The long metal bracket on the back allows the lamp to be mounted on clothing, vehicles, or the axle of a military service bicycle.