Using socks to keep rifles in working order, WW1

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Using socks to keep rifles in working order, WW1

A winters fighting expedient. A sock with the toe cut off and soaked in oil, used to cover the muzzle and keep a British soldiers rifle in good working order. When the rifle had to be used, the sock was slipped off on to the butt. Date: 1915

Media ID 14191701

© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans

Condition Knitted Knitting Muzzle Order Rifle Rifles Sock Socks Upkeep Warm

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