British M-1944 Map Reading Lamp: WWII Surplus Hand Select:Yes HRH King George V of

HRH King George V of Britain (1865-1936) watching the Battle of Pozieres through a telescope

The original lead cladding was folded over the lip seen where the ogive (curved front end) begins

Some launchers show signs of wear

Made with a two-piece lid so the main lid can be closed while the gun is in operation

The Lanchester also reused furniture from the Lee-Enfield

British M-1944 Map Reading Lamp: WWII Surplus Hand Select:Yes HRH King George V ofOriginal Item: These are unissued, fully operational WWII manufactured M 1944 Map Reading Lamps developed for the invasion of Europe. Heavy metal and plastic construction with large 3" ILLUMINATED AND MAGNIFIED viewing screen with grid markings Stadia Lines for easy distance calculations. Even equipped with built in dimmer for use in sensitive front line situations. Powered by two standard D cell batteries, these lamps are FULLY OPERATIONAL. Marked