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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1917
Page
8
A 1917 article chronicles the grenade’s history from early earthen vessels to modern hand bombs. It notes origins in 1406 B C and siege warfare, then details German use in October 1944, British response, and global production while highlighting naval and artillery contexts.
The article describes improvised explosive devices used by British troops in World War I, starting with jam tin bombs known as Ticklernt Artillery and evolving to Mills bombs. It explains construction using jam tins, fuses from pipes, and later innovations such as rubber nipples and hair brushes, plus handling, throwing technique, safety features, and training notes. It also discusses risks, nerves, and lessons from early trench warfare and bombing practice.
A historical overview explains tire manufacture from rubber and cotton fabric to the calendering and building of carcasses, curing in vulcanizers, and final inspection. It highlights rubber processing, fabric integration, cord tires, and quality controls shaping the early tire industry.
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