British 25 Pdr MkII Brass Shell Case 1941 ship Each cartridge box is made

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Sculptor: Francisco CatalaYear Issued: 1997Year Retired: 1998Finish: GlazedHeight (in): 20

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British 25 Pdr MkII Brass Shell Case 1941 ship Each cartridge box is madeDesigned in the 1930s the 25 Pdr was a 3. 45 inches (87. 6 mm) calibre weapon firing a shell weighing 25 pounds (11. 3 kg), hence the name 25 Pdr. It was mounted on a 2 wheeled carriage utilising a circular firing platform. The firing platform was attached to the gun and when lowered it transferred most of the recoil forces to the ground thereby providing a very stable firing base. It also provided the gun with the ability to traverse rapidly using