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Mechanical Initiating Device Unit for Fountain

Bonnex

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Can anyone explain please what the American WW2 'Mechanical Initiating Device Unit for Fountain' is.
I suspect something in the flare, leaflet or container opening departments but I cannot find it in my reference books.

Many thanks
 
Hi Bonnex
Have a look at "The Plumber's Kitchen" by Donald B. McLean. I think pages 86 to 92 are what you are looking for. It seems that they tried various electrical and mechanical initiators for the project.
Fountain Charge picture for information.



Fountain Charge.jpg

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I found a few more pages of the report if anyone is interested, but unfortunately this is all I have - Does anyone have a complete copy, as it would make interesting reading.
Fountain 1.jpgFountain 2.jpgFountain 3.jpgFountain Charge.jpg
Thanks in advance.
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