Carrier Armour Extensions

[David Dunlop]

I am not at all sure of the history of this photo that turned up on Facebook, however, can anyone determine what series of Universal Carrier this is and if the attached armour extensions with long pins to secure them was an official conversion, or something that was likely a field expedient modification?

David

[Jordan Baker]

Not armour at all. These are deep wading screens used for landings such on during the Normand landings.

[stephen crowhurst]

Deep Wading screen.

[Patrice DEBUCQUOY]

And without the plates
http://www.mapleleafup.net/forums/at...1&d=1754649023

[Ed Storey]

The plates were part of a kit that was provided to allow the Universal Carrier to wade ashore from a landing craft. The kits were vehicle specific and provided not only the plates but all of the necessary sealants, waterproofing material and instructions to complete the job prior to loading for the assault.

Wading Instructions for Carriers, Universal, 3-In Mortar and A.O.P. - 1943.jpg

[Michael R.]

Originally Posted by Patrice DEBUCQUOY

And without the plates
http://www.mapleleafup.net/forums/at...1&d=1754649023

perhaps a better match than a British made carrier, here is an image of an obsolete Ford Canada MK-I* now updated to MK-II. Occasionally referred to as MK-II W.G.S. , (Welsh Guard Stowage)

Not C31UCW No-2 MK-II*, which was not deployed during the early months following the Normandy landings.

Assorted reference sources, though Nigel Watson, Universal Carriers, Volumes 1 & 2 are exceptional. Volume 3 has a drawing archive to complement the book.

[Dan Martel]

Originally Posted by Michael R.

Occasionally referred to as MK-II W.G.S. , (Welsh Guard Stowage).

I've seen the term 'Welsh Guards Stowage' in books and on blogs for years, but I've never seen it explained. Do you know what WGS is or means?

[Michael R.]

Originally Posted by David Dunlop

I am not at all sure of the history of this photo that turned up on Facebook, however, can anyone determine what series of Universal Carrier this is and if the attached armour extensions with long pins to secure them was an official conversion, or something that was likely a field expedient modification?
David

The incorrectly labeled Archives Canada sourced image was taken about 04 June, 1944 in UK during final preparation for Operation Neptune. The universal carrier was an obsolete Canadian MK-1* that has been updated in UK to MK-II. The update program accepted carriers with minimum condition status scores of 75%.

[Michael R.]

Originally Posted by David Dunlop

I am not at all sure of the history of this photo that turned up on Facebook, however, can anyone determine what series of Universal Carrier this is and if the attached armour extensions with long pins to secure them was an official conversion, or something that was likely a field expedient modification?
David

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While the LST had vehicles substantially attributed to 14th Field, RCA, the error is clear, n’est-ce pas ?

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