First World War German Shrapnel Shell Fragment

c. 1914 - 1918
Overview

Mushroom-shaped dark metal fragment. One end is a semi-circular “cap” on top of a “stem” with a flat bottom. The fragment shows damage from its use, although the “cap” is nearly its complete shape.

Historical information

This shrapnel 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-12-2022.1.10
Item type
Material
Width
28 mm
Height or length
30 mm
Weight
49 g
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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