WW2 1945 Dated USN MKII 20mm Oerikon Ammunition Shell Casing Holland & Holland symbolizing its heritage and connection

symbolizing its heritage and connection to the British Crown

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it would have been a common pocket or travel item in the early 20th century

and the mittens are constructed from durable

WW2 1945 Dated USN MKII 20mm Oerikon Ammunition Shell Casing Holland & Holland symbolizing its heritage and connectionThe WW2 1942 dated USN MKII 20mm Oerlikon ammunition shell casing is a historic relic from naval warfare. This brass casing, standing approximately 7 inches tall, was used in the Oerlikon autocannon, a widely employed anti aircraft weapon by the U. S. Navy during World War II. The casing is stamped with manufacturing details, Canadian Three Rivers Arsenal including the "1942" date. .