| Accession Number | REL34731 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Munition |
| Physical description | Leather, Metal, Wood |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Place made | Australia |
| Date made | 1952 |
| Conflict |
Period 1950-1959 Korea, 1950-1953 Period 1960-1969 Second World War, 1939-1945 |
3 inch Mortar Bomb Transportation Box
Description
The transportation box is made from wood which is held together using four metal brackets and slotted head screws. The box features two external rope leather carry handles. The box has an internal capaciy for six 3 inch mortar bombs which are contained in two, three tubed lacquered cardboard carry tubes. The box is complete although the lid is missing. The wood is in natural finish. Markings painted in yellow. Markings - B 848/32 AUST CARTS AUG 160 GRN ME3927R 10/ 52-2/58 GP LRS FW 13848/32 AUST 6 BOMBS 3 IN MOR HE G CARTS AUG 160 GRN ME 3927R-ME 10/52 - 2/53 REPD 15 BG GG2.
History / Summary
Wooden 3 inch mortar transportation box of the type used by Australian Army units during the Second World War and Korea.