Gun, Antitank
Object number2011.127.220
Manufacturer
Talley Industries
Date1963
MediumMetal, paint, rubber, stickers
Credit LineGift of Pittsburgh Police Historical Association
DescriptionGreen tubular light anti-tank weapon. Hollow. One rectangular and one square rubber button along the top.Dimensions3 x 5 x 26 in. (7.6 x 12.7 x 66 cm)InscriptionsFound with gun and stored in file is a note that reads: "SHORTY AFTER 1965 THEY / TOOK THE CHEST (SAM BROWN) BELT / OFF."
Allegheny County Forensic Science Laboratory tag reads "852574 / 19".
MarksSticker on top reads: "DANGER / REAR / BLAST/ AREA"
Black sticker reads: "U.S. ARMY / ROCKET HE 66MM ANTITANK M72A1 W/ COUPLER / LOT LS-48-42 B-R 8/69 / OPERATING TEMP. -40oF to + 140oF / STORAGE TEMP. -40oF to + 140oF"
Green sticker depicts how to fire the gun.
Historical NotesIn early 1963 the LAW (Light Anti-tank Weapon) was adopted by the United States Army and United States Marines as their primary individual infantry anti-tank weapon. The M72 LAW is a descendant and combination of the bazooka and Panzerfaust World War II weapons. The basic principle is that of a miniaturized bazooka, while its low weight and cheap build allows for general issue and disposability. Part of the Pittsburgh Police Historical Association collection.
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Pittsburgh Bureau of Police
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