| Place | Europe: Belgium, Flanders, West-Vlaanderen, Messines |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | RELAWM00507.004 |
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Technology |
| Physical description | Iron |
| Location | Main Bld: First World War Gallery: Western Front 1917: Ypres |
| Place made | Germany |
| Date made | c 1914-1917 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
German anti cavalry caltrop
Description
Rusted, four armed anti cavalry caltrop. When sown, at least one spike will always face upwards. These weapons were used to disrupt cavalry charges by injuring the horses.
History / Summary
This caltrop was recovered from Avenue Farm near Messines on the Western Front in 1917.