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French Beehive Fuze

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Another that I've had for years is an inert French "Beehive" Fuze. I have no clue as to the nomenclature and what round(s) it was used for. Thanks, Bruce.

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Hi,


French 30/45 Mle 1930 (Brennzünder 30/45 M30 in German nomenclature from WW2)

Used on 75mm Mle 1928 (7,5cm Sprgr. 28 (f) in german nomenclature from WW2) HE shell shot against aerial targets till altitude of 7500m.

More info in "Ecole d'application d'artillerie. Organisation des matériels d'artillerie. Tome I. Munitions" available on Gallica


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Regards,

S.
 
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