Headset and tannoy microphone for use with Wireless Set No. 19, unknown maker, British, 1942-1946.
This radio equipment was introduced in 1942 for military use. The No. 19 Mark III was a development of previous military radio equipment, and was designed for use in military vehicles such as tanks. It was made up of two separate transmitter-receiver systems, and could provide intercom facilities between crew members.
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Details
- Category:
- Radio Communication
- Object Number:
- 1946-358 Pt10
- Materials:
- electronic components, metal (unknown) and plastic (unidentified)
- type:
- headset
- taxonomy:
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- furnishing and equipment
- sound device
- credit:
- From the Central Ordnance Depot
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