| Accession Number | P02979.011 |
|---|---|
| Collection type | Photograph |
| Object type | Transparency |
| Maker |
Kemp, John Howard |
| Place made | Vietnam: South Vietnam |
| Date made | c 1967 - 1968 |
| Conflict |
Vietnam, 1962-1975 |
| Copyright |
Item copyright: AWM Licensed copyright |
A US made M16 anti personnel mine which has been buried in the ground with just the top of the ...
Description
A US made M16 anti personnel mine which has been buried in the ground with just the top of the device visible. A ply wood pressure plate has been placed over the device to increase the surface area to detonate the mine. Upon tripping the device, the mine 'jumps' into the air and explodes at a height of between one and two metres.