Original WWII U.S. 101st Airborne Battle of the Bulge Brass NUTS Plaque - Bastogne 1944 French Ordnance Its air defence arm became

Its air defence arm became an independent component of the armed forces in 1949

This collection belonged to USMC Lieutenant (by battlefield commission) Harland W

Much like the German Schu-mine 42 (Shoe-mine)

with a 20 inch long piece of elastic attached to the ends

Stabler was paid a royalty of 25 cents for each carbine fabricated with his magazine cut-off device

Original WWII U.S. 101st Airborne Battle of the Bulge Brass NUTS Plaque - Bastogne 1944 French Ordnance Its air defence arm becameOriginal Item: Only one available. This is a fascinating piece of WWII history. This bronze plaque was more than likely made by a foundry in Couvin, Belgium, who was known to have created brass plaques to commemorate the siege of Bastogne during the famous Battle of the Bulge. It is in very good condition with only minor scratches on it. It measures approximately 5 x 5 . The basic design features two military figures towering above a view of Bastogne.