Historical information
This cylinder was used for holding the bomb fin and fuse pistols for 250lb bomb.
Belonged to Harold Chatfield, 401493, RAAF.
Refer to Cat. No. 198P for Chatfield's RAAF service history.
Physical description
Thick cardboard cylinder with metal end cap. Cotton webbing straps for cover cap and for handle.
Inside is 3 squares of yellow rubber on metal end cap.
Inscriptions & markings
Stenciled on outside, “BOMB GP 250 LB IV TAIL No 2 HEBCO PISTOL No. 27 F.R.I."
