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Old 31-07-05, 02:00
Wayne Henderson Wayne Henderson is offline
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Hi Guys,
There were at least 5 different versions of the parelleloscope that were used by Artillery up to 1945. UK made units were used by the Royal Australian Artillery during, and way after the war (till the 1970s). The scopes are used in conjunction with the plotting gear. The scopes worked as tilting mirrors to aid in the laying of the guns and setting of ranges. The most common scope seen today is the Mk5 which was mounted on the typical 3 leg wood tripod. There would not be too many fellows left with the knowledge on the operation of these antiques.
You may find some detailed information in the more obscure artillery manuals.
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