Vintage U.S. Military “High Explosives” TNT Crate antique theater lighting " At center is a

" At center is a reproduction of the original transfer agreement

The setup comes with various fittings as well as an oiler

often discarded at the time of purchase

Condensed water is collected in a hidden tank beneath the boiler house

MM - C-8682 - 042224

Vintage U.S. Military “High Explosives” TNT Crate antique theater lighting " At center is a1952; U. S. Ordnance Department Original wooden military munitions crate stenciled "HIGH EXPLOSIVES DANGEROUS" across the face panel and marked along the side with weight and content specifications: "NET WT. 40 LBS GROSS WT. 47 LBS SCRAP TNT FROM BREAKDOWN 5 ERW RECLAIM 40MM J. O. 31 52." The dovetail joints, reinforced corners, and utilitarian stenciling identify it as a U. S. Ordnance Department issued container used for reclaimed or recycled TNT