Historical information

WWI operation ration tin

Significance

The Australian Military Force ration tin was used by Australian soldiers on operations to provide three complete meals in a field environment.

Physical description

Metal green 'A.M.F Operation Ration' Tin. Opening metal 'key' on top. Front of tin has opening instructions, and back of tin has description of contents with some details missing due to rust and deterioration.

Inscriptions & markings

Front of tin: 'TURN KEY <- TO OPEN CAN' 'A.M.F OPERATION RATION 02. D^D'
Back of tin: description of contents, logo 'UNION CANCO'
Bottom of tin has numbers 1244

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