| Accession Number | F05123 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Film |
| Measurement | 41 min 36 sec |
| Object type | Training and Technical films |
| Physical description | 35mm/b&w/sound |
| Maker |
Verity Films Limited Verity Films Limited |
| Place made | United Kingdom |
| Date made | February 1943 |
| Access | Open |
| Conflict |
Second World War, 1939-1945 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: Copyright expired - public domain
|
Anti-aircraft ammunition rockets introduction
Description
Military training film B552 produced for the Directorate of Army Kinematography by Verity Films Ltd, approved February 1943. For instructional purposes this film has been divided into several sections: The first sub title "A.A. Ammunition Rockets, Introduction." This part describes the various sections which makes up the U-3 inch 18 Anti-aircraft Rocket. The next part is titled "A.A. Ammunition Rockets-Storage and Assembly." Title self explanatory. "A.A. Ammunition Rockets-Tail Unit." This part describes the propellent section of the rocket and its operation. "A.A. Ammunition Rockets-Shell and Fuse." Animated diagrams used to illustrate the construction and operation of the shell and fuse in conjunction with photographic visuals and commentary.