First World War German Shell Fragment

c. 1914 - 1918
Overview

Irregular shaped metal fragment of a German First World War shell. One side of the fragment shows two semi-circular and one straight edge markings.

Historical information

This shell fragment was a souvenired in the First World War by Private William John BEER 1509 who served at Gallipoli and in France.

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-12-2022.1.9
Item type
Material
Width
50 mm
Height or length
50 mm
Depth
6 mm
Weight
69 g
Keywords
Place made
Germany
Primary significance criteria
Social or spiritual significance
Comparative significance criteria
Interpretive capacity
Google Maps search term / URL
https://maps.app.goo.gl/gWHZtRH1mm24SAjK8
Last modified
Monday, 22 September, 2025
Completeness
100
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Shell Fragment
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Shell Fragment Alternative side
Alternate Side - Shell Fragment

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