Sherman V CT150503 at Trois-Rivières, Québec

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Originally posted by Geoff Winnington-Ball
I'm also sure Hanno could add some info to this discussion.

This Sherman was discussed on the Sherman Register mailing list two years ago, triggered by a load of pictures sent in by Pat Bernier - see Sherman Register mailing list > Files > Surviving_Shermans > Canada > Trois-Rivieres_Quebec. It transpired the Sherman on display at Trois-Rivières, Québec, Canada, is Sherman V (M4A4) CT150503, one of four "war throphy" Shermans shipped from Europe to Canada after WW2 - see the thread "FYI on Cdn. War Trophies" on the Old MLU Forum.
So yes, it's unique!
But why the 17-pdr gun? I have no idea when or why the 17-pdr barrel was fitted into the M34 mantlet.

Luc, if possible it would be worthwile to find out if it is merely a barrel stuck to the mantlet, or if it is actually a proper gun fitted in the mount. Also, knowing the serial number would be great as this could be one of the oldest surviving M4A4's! Click here for information on where to find serial numbers on Sherman tanks.

Well, did I live up to your expectations, Sunray, Sir?
Hanno