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Flamers

My father-in-law brought these matches back from World War II. As I understand it, "flamers" are also known as "lifeboat matches." They were kept in metal cans to protect against dampness and, once lit, they burned longer.

I believe that the Bryant & May Company no longer exist.

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Uploaded on November 12, 2014
Taken on November 11, 2014