Historical information
Box is marked "W.C.C.U" - perhaps Wesley College Cadet Unit. In earlier times, school cadet units were allowed to learn safe handling of weapons including the Vickers machine gun. This object probably held belted ammunition.
Physical description
Sheet metal ammunition box, probably for .303 inch belted ammunition. Double hinged lid, Leather handles. Painted green
Inscriptions & markings
Manufacturer's stamp at each end.:
" R P L" over "S" over "1944"
On one end in white paint "2"
On top in white paint : "W.C.C.U" - and "2"
