2 inch Howitzer bomb

Maker
Unknown
Production date
1917
 Description
The bomb, made by Falkirk Iron Co, is spherical, nine inches (about 225mm) in diameter. It has a 2 inch tube projecting from it.
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Maker
Production date
1917
Subject person
Subject place
Falkirk Iron Works/Grahams Rd/Grahamston/Falkirk area
Subject notes
The spherical bomb was attached to a stick tail 2 inches in diameter. This was thrust down a 2-inch barrel of a mortar and a propelling charge fired beneath it. The stick acted to keep the projectile stable in flight and helped accuracy.
Accession number
P05313

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