Videos tagged with 6-inch

This video details the assembly of a US Army 6-inch Mk29 Target Practice Shell and showcases the M1905A2 Coast Artillery Gun at Fort Pickens. It highlights the threading of the base plug and nose cone onto the shell, providing visual evidence of markings and lot numbers. The M1905A2 gun's details, including rifling and breech markings from Watervliet Arsenal, are also presented.

This video focuses on a World War II era 6-inch/47 caliber naval shell, specifically detailing its high capacity and use with the Mark 18 Fuze and Gun Mk 16. It provides a historical and technical look at naval ordnance from the period. The content is geared towards military history enthusiasts and those interested in historical weaponry.

This video explores the Momi Bay Gun Battery in Fiji, a crucial WWII coastal defense installation. It details the strategic importance of Fiji in Allied supply lines and the battery's construction using repurposed BL 6-inch Mk VII naval guns. The content covers the guns' technical specifications, operational history, and the site's supporting infrastructure, highlighting its role in the Pacific Theater.