An original and unusual Austro-Hungarian artillery fuse ammunition crate, designed to hold fuses for the 7cm or 7.5cm mountain guns. These crates are becoming increasingly difficult to find and make an excellent addition to any First World War collection.
The crate is in very good condition and retains most of its original black painted finish. It still displays its original white stencilled manufacturer markings on the lid and one side, together with red stencilled markings on both the front and rear. There is some light dirt, minor discolouration and evidence of service use, all of which add to its authentic wartime character.
Inside, the original wooden spacers and storage racks remain complete and are in excellent condition. Although the original paper labels are no longer present, the crate has survived remarkably well. Both hinges are intact and fully functional, while the original locking catches still work correctly, allowing the lid to open and close smoothly. One of the original cloth carrying handles is missing, but the remaining handle is present and fully functional.
This is a superb, well-preserved example of a scarce Austro-Hungarian military ammunition crate, perfect for display or as part of a specialist First World War or artillery collection.
The crate was recovered in the Alpine region, where it was used during the fighting on the Italian Front between 1915 and 1918.
The Italian Front, also known as the Alpine Front, was fought along the mountainous border between Austria-Hungary and Italy from 1915 until 1918. Following years of brutal mountain warfare, Italy launched its final offensive in October 1918 during the Battle of Vittorio Veneto. Breaking through the Austro-Hungarian defensive line near Sacile, Italian forces advanced rapidly, leading to the collapse of the front. By 3 November 1918, approximately 300,000 Austro-Hungarian troops had surrendered, marking the end of the campaign.
The crate is supplied complete with two A5 laminated information cards, including historical information and a campaign map.
An original and unusual Austro-Hungarian artillery fuse ammunition crate, designed to hold fuses for the 7cm or 7.5cm mountain guns. These crates are becoming increasingly difficult to find and make an excellent addition to any First World War collection.
The crate is in very good condition and retains most of its original black painted finish. It still displays its original white stencilled manufacturer markings on the lid and one side, together with red stencilled markings on both the front and rear. There is some light dirt, minor discolouration and evidence of service use, all of which add to its authentic wartime character.
Inside, the original wooden spacers and storage racks remain complete and are in excellent condition. Although the original paper labels are no longer present, the crate has survived remarkably well. Both hinges are intact and fully functional, while the original locking catches still work correctly, allowing the lid to open and close smoothly. One of the original cloth carrying handles is missing, but the remaining handle is present and fully functional.
This is a superb, well-preserved example of a scarce Austro-Hungarian military ammunition crate, perfect for display or as part of a specialist First World War or artillery collection.
The crate was recovered in the Alpine region, where it was used during the fighting on the Italian Front between 1915 and 1918.
The Italian Front, also known as the Alpine Front, was fought along the mountainous border between Austria-Hungary and Italy from 1915 until 1918. Following years of brutal mountain warfare, Italy launched its final offensive in October 1918 during the Battle of Vittorio Veneto. Breaking through the Austro-Hungarian defensive line near Sacile, Italian forces advanced rapidly, leading to the collapse of the front. By 3 November 1918, approximately 300,000 Austro-Hungarian troops had surrendered, marking the end of the campaign.
The crate is supplied complete with two A5 laminated information cards, including historical information and a campaign map.
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