| Place | Europe: France |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | RELAWM00775.001 |
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Firearm |
| Place made | Germany |
| Date made | 1917 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
Maxim MG08 Heavy Machine Gun
Description
Maxim MG08 heavy machine gun. The top cover is stamped with the serial number MG08 Gwf SPANDAU 1917. The gun has overall surface rust and is missing the feed block and the oil brush out of the left side handle. The muzzle has an armoured shield to protect the water jacket.
History / Summary
This is one of 15 guns captured by the 22nd Battalion at Villesur-Ancre on May 19, 1918.