Original U.S. WWII C-Ration Crate for 8 Rations Hotchkiss MG Its diameter measures approximately 24

Its diameter measures approximately 24 inches with a 4 inch central spike

and is marked with serial number 22062 on the left side of the barrel and on the left side of the stock

the division engineers would go even farther and put a red number one on their sleeves

This became the famous Lanchester of WW II

Original U.S. WWII C-Ration Crate for 8 Rations Hotchkiss MG Its diameter measures approximately 24Original Item: Only One Available. This is a good example of a rather rare wooden crate that would have contained 8 C Rations. The box is in good condition and retains mostly legible stamping on the side. The cardboard insert is missing on this example. There is some material loss along the edges from what looks like woodworms, and the crate is showing heavy storage and age wear, with cracks in the bottom as shown. The markings on the side read: U. S.