'2" Howitzer Bomb - Machining Stem Hole'

Maker
Unknown
Production date
1915-1918
 Description
The drill appears to be able to operate at different speeds as there is gearing on the drive shaft. Howitzer bombs sit on the floor in two piles. The operator poses for the camera holding a large spanner fitted to the machine. Above him is a single electric light. The stem hole is being machined. From "Munition Work Record. The Falkirk Iron Coy, Ltd, 1915-1918."
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Department
Photo
Maker
Production date
1915-1918
Subject person
Subject place
Castlelaurie Works/Bankside/Bainsford/Falkirk area
Subject notes
The photograph is from 'Munition Work Record. The Falkirk Iron Coy, Ltd, 1915-1918.'
Accession number
P05189

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