Posted 12 years ago
scottvez
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This is a huge WW2 naval shell that has been punch decorated and turned into a lamp. The basic form is a lighthouse and it stands over 3 feet tall.
The shell was made (or commissioned ) by a USN man who participated in the North Africa Invasion. Called Operation Torch, the invasion began on "November 8, 1942".
Below that is documentation on participation in the Sicily Invasion. Called Operation Husky, the invasion began on "July 10, 1943.
I do not have the name of the USN man who owned this shell. It is well constructed and the slit cuts in the top actually give it a true lighthouse appearance when it is on.
Reproduction of these images in any form is prohibited.
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Wow ive never seen anything like this, very intricate!! Thats kool that it says Salerno, wonder if the person who owned this landed there, very kool scott!!
Thanks p...! The full engraving is "Salerno Bay" at the bottom. Take a look at my other trench art items-- I have a lot posted here, from numerous eras and media.
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Thanks petey-- I appreciate your feedback on my trench art posts. Many more to come!
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Thanks again david!
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Thanks for looking tlmbaran!
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Thanks tom-- this is one of the largest pieces of WW2 USN trench art I have seen!
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Thanks for looking buss, official and mikko. Be sure to check out my other trench art items. I have many different forms and styles from the late 19th century to the modern era.
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Thanks tom!
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Thanks for looking trenchartman!
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Thanks for looking aeon. If you like trench art be sure to take a look at my other postings. I have over 100 trench art postings that date from the Spanish American War to the modern era. My collection includes some more unusual items such as airplanes (WW1- Korean War), hats, helmets, doll house furniture, etc...
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Thanks for looking pw and rob!
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Thanks toms.
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Thanks toms.
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Thanks for looking jay.
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