| Place | Europe: Belgium, Flanders, West-Vlaanderen, Ypres, Menin Road |
|---|---|
| Accession Number | RELAWM00610 |
| Collection type | Technology |
| Object type | Vehicle |
| Physical description | Metal, Wood |
| Location | Main Bld: First World War Gallery: Western Front 1917: 3rd Battle of Ypres |
| Maker |
Unknown |
| Date made | c.1917 |
| Conflict |
First World War, 1914-1918 |
Tail Board from General Service Wagon, 2nd Australian Division
Description
Damaged tail board of a general service wagon owned by the 2nd Australian Division. It is painted with the number '2' on a white panel.
History / Summary
In 1917, the road from Ypres to Menin was reputed to be the most dangerous place on earth. This tail board from a 2nd Australian Division horse-drawn General Service wagon was destroyed on the Menin Road, bearing testament to the danger of German shell fire in the area.