This manual typewriter is vintage 1949 and was made in Canada.
Details: The photo shows a Model “kmg” 2/10/49. Paint colour: gray frieze. Dimensions: 12” wide X 14 1/2” deep X 9” high. Weight: 25.5 lbs.
The Cyrillic letter key layout originated from America in the late 19th century.
The Second World War brought tremendous change to the Royal Company. To aid the war effort, Royal converted its manufacturing to war work exclusively.
Diplomatic relations between Canada and Soviet Union were established on 12 June 1942 during the Second World War, when Canada joined Britain and the other Western democratic countries in alliance with the Soviet Union against the Axis Powers following the German invasion of the Soviet Union.
During the Second World War, aid and arms were relayed through Canada and Alaska to the Soviets, and relations improved considerably. During this time Canada’s communication with its allies was in different languages, depending on the country.
Serial number kmg15-92-4336522