Pre-World War I Projectile Discovered In Excavation Works
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Yesterday, the Ammunition & Explosives Squadron of the 3rd Regiment, Armed Forces of Malta (AFM), was alerted to a startling discovery.
A pre-World War I unexploded ordnance (UXO) was uncovered during excavations works.
‘A team from the EOD, IEDD & Divers Platoon was deployed to investigate the UXO, which was identified as a 5.5” British Armour-Piercing Solid Shot.’
The explosive was safely removed from the site and the safety of the surrounding area ensured.
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