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Bofors 40mm ammo??

you're right!
the depicted "carnage" is perhaps more accurate for a 50 cal rather than 20mm?
still...it's a chilling thought having a huge round with your name on it!
 
My sons in charge of a 40mm Bofors at Dover Castle a few weeks ago.

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Yes, I know there are bits missing!

British capital ships in the second world war carried eight-barrelled 40mm pom-poms for defence against aircraft.

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There is info on these and on the Bofors (near the bottom) on this page I just found:

http://www.quarry.nildram.co.uk/37-40mm.htm

Andy
 
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