| Place | Europe: Belgium, Flanders, West-Vlaanderen, Messines |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | RELAWM00507.007 |
| 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.
History / Summary
This caltrop was recovered from Avenue Farm near Messines on the Western Front in 1917.