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WW1 Hotchkiss 75mm 1917 Torpedoed Ships Deck Gun, Salvage

This is from the wreck of the French steamer Saint Andre 2457 ton built in Dunkerque 1907.
Torpedoed December 1917 on a voyage from Rouen to Algiers by UB-58 commanded by Kapitanleutnant Werner Furbinger nine miles south-west of the Eddystone Light.
The U Boat captain "Fips" was something of a celebrity in U Boat terms.
I can send enquirers various links covering the historical background in more detail one of which is a book on his lengthy career in both wars.
Obviously after 100 years on the sea bed its in relic condition, I had intended to have it blasted and re mounted but its time for someone more committed than I am.
Collection from Durham area. 
£2,500

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