Royal Navy 6 Pdr Mk III Brass Cartridge Case dated 1904 wash offering a tangible connection to

offering a tangible connection to the historical advancements in military optics and artillery

They were designed to protect the user from shell and grenade Fragmentations

1 helped ensure that soldiers' gear remained functional and reliable in the field

the set offers an authentic presentation reminiscent of the original ammunition boxes used over a century ago

for award to citizens of the British Commonwealth who had served full-time in the Armed Forces or the Merchant Navy for at least 28 days between 3 September 1939 and 2 September 1945

Royal Navy 6 Pdr Mk III Brass Cartridge Case dated 1904 wash offering a tangible connection toThe Royal Navy 6 Pdr Mk III Brass Cartridge Case, dated 1904, is a significant historical artifact from the pre World War I era. This cartridge case was used with the QF (Quick Firing) 6 pounder naval gun, a widely deployed weapon on British warships of the time. Made from solid brass, the Mk III case is durable and corrosion resistant, designed to withstand harsh maritime conditions. Its role was crucial in housing the gun's propellant charge,