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ASBESTOS SHIELD [1 record]

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Record 1 2023-07-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Protection of Life
  • Wheeled Vehicles (Military)
  • Armour
DEF

A shield which is mounted on the mantelet to protect the gunner.

OBS

In the Canadian Forces, this concept is considered obsolete.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Sécurité des personnes
  • Véhicules à roues (Militaire)
  • Arme blindée
DEF

Écran monté sur le bouclier pour protéger le tireur.

OBS

Dans les Forces canadiennes, cette notion est considérée comme désuète.

OBS

écran d'amiante : désignation et définition uniformisées par le Comité de terminologie française du Conseil de doctrine et de tactique de l'Armée de terre.

Spanish

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