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49. Target Not Acquired
Where did that come from?
This could easily be mistaken for scrap.
Puzzle by Andro Mathewson & Kate Millar. Part of the Hidden Hazards series.
The small, cylindrical munition poses particular difficulties, especially when found detached from their launching systems and in varied post-impact conditions.
Their compact size and often weathered surface can obscure distinguishing features, requiring scrutiny of grooves, seam lines, or fuze assembly details.
In the absence of scale or contextual cues, this type of identification demands familiarity with a wide range of munitions.
What is the model of the object partially buried in the ground?