Given a sentence in English, provide an equivalent paraphrased version from the original that retains the same meaning.

Q: They were equipped with a white leather apron , long stulp gloves and an axe with a handle mounted on a brass .

A: They were equipped with a white leather apron , long gauntlet gloves , and an axe with a brass mounted handle .
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Q: In 1951 , he died and retired in 1956 .

A: He died in 1951 and retired in 1956 .
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Q: He also appeared in music films and later in life , in comedic roles .

A:
He also appeared in musical films and later in life , in comedic roles .
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