Original U.S. WWII D-Day Blasting Machine by Hercules - Demolition Team U.S. Helmets/Hats but closed in July 1943

but closed in July 1943

proclaimed that the "Capture of Epieds [was] a Test of Fighting Quality Under the Hardest Conditions

original elastic keeper is long absent

the work consisted of searching for anti-boat mines on fringing reef off White 1 and 2 beaches and aiding in placing pontoons on these beaches

Original U.S. WWII D-Day Blasting Machine by Hercules - Demolition Team U.S. Helmets/Hats but closed in July 1943Original Item: Only One Available. This is an original U. S. Military WWII Hercules Powder Company 10 Cap Blasting Machine. As used by demolition crews on D day. This particular example is brass construction with data plate, and leather carry strap. The Data plate reads: HERCULES 10 Cap Blasting Machine Twist Handle Sharply Offered in very good condition. Twist handle not included.