M1 chemical mine

M1 chemical mine

The M1 was a U.S. chemical landmine. It developed in 1939, and consisted of a one gallon (4.5 litre) petrol can filled with 9.9 lbs (4.5 kg) of mustard gas agent. As issued, it had no bursting charge or fuze, but required a bursting charge of detonating cord to be attached via soldered tabs on the outside of the can.

References

* [http://www.au.af.mil/au/awc/awcgate/medaspec/Ch-2electrv699.pdf]


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