WW1 German explosive "Glckauf"

[MINENAZ16]

Hello,

I found a German explosive bloc in brown paper dated 1915 (245mmx85mmx55mm) similar to other blocs like Perdit or Wesphalit marked :

1 kilo
"Glckauf"
Handhabungssicherer Ammonsalpetersprengstoff

so my question is : what is "Glckauf" ??

Regards

 

[sudelmuk]

"Glckauf" is the motto of German miners, meaning to reappear safely to the surface.

Most likely this charge/brand has been provided for commercial purposes.

 

[silent knight]

Bonjour

"Glckauf" is a mixture of Amonium nitrate and other elements
see "Notes on german shells" p50

Regards,
Pascal

 

[MINENAZ16]

Ok, thanks guys.
I looked too quickly in my doc ! It's the first time I see this name (merci Pascal).
Regards

From the book of 1917 :