Physical description

US Magnetic Compass:
Made in 1966; used in Vietnam War

Inscriptions & markings

(with lid closed)
U.S.
COMPASS MAGNETIC
FSN 6605-846 7618
UNION INSTRUMENT CORP.
PLAINFIELD, N.J.
DA23-195-AMC-00906(T)
(lid open; distance scale on edge - see Media item #5)
1000 2000 3000
1:25000 METERS
(underside)
RADIOISOTOPE H3
A.E.C. LICENSE NO. 8-5736-3
CONTAIN 75 MO. RADIOACTIVE H3
DO NOT OPEN
DISPOSE OF PER AR 755-380
IF FOUND RETURN TO
MILITARY AUTHORITY