| Accession Number | REL32777 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Munition |
| Physical description | Brass |
| Place made | Australia: Victoria, Melbourne, Maribyrnong |
| Date made | 1943 |
| Conflict |
Korea, 1950-1953 Second World War, 1939-1945 |
4 inch Mk IV Naval Cartridge Case
Description
4 inch Mark IV naval catridge case. The case is made from extruded brass, is slightly tapered and rimmed. Markings - 4 IN MK IV GUN; III; (BROAD ARROW); ME LOT 85 RL 1943; ME; CAN FOIL MEC 169 REDUCED.
History / Summary
4 inch Mk IV catridge case used by the Royal Australian Navy during the Second World War and Korean War in 4 inch gun turrets aboard escorts and destroyers.