Gun crew question for large turrent/cannon ships
 

I know that this question is somewhat out of place relative to DW, but I thought this would be a place to get an answer.

I was watching the History Channel on the HMS Belfast. All the gun crews were wearing white hoods and white gloves. I have seen that before.

What exactly is this garb and what is its purpose?

Thanks.

anti flash gear stops flash burns or supposed to

also did you know HMS belfast is still commissioned by the royal navy it flys the white ensign :up:

great ship 6 inch guns 32 knots 4 propellors nice ......

almost sank once 1939 had its rear end blown off by a mine too