| Accession Number | RELAWM04790 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Munition |
| Place made | United Kingdom: England |
| Date made | 1917- 1918 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
Bomb, HE, Cooper, 20 lb Mk 1
Description
British Steel-cased aerial bomb with four thin sheet metal fins mounted on a wooden tail. The bomb is fitted with a metal protective nose cap over a Cooper fuse. The bomb retains its original dark tan paint finish.
History / Summary
This bomb was used extensively by the Royal Flying Corps and Australian Flying Corps during the First World War.