WW2 Bombs (manufactured in Springs)

Name/Title

WW2 Bombs (manufactured in Springs)

Description

Springs had a bomb manufacturing facility in East Geduld from the early stages of WW2. Manned by mostly women, the factory manufactured bombs in various sizes from 100lb up to 2000lb. They were sent to England via ship to be used against the Nazi enemy in Germany and across occupied Europe.

Acquisition

Acquisition Method

Donated - now owned by MMM

Date

December 2023

Acquired From

Job Maseko Regiment Pretoria