Original U.S. WWII Army Air Force Bubble Sextant Type AN 5854-1 U.S. Navy The Thompson was also known

The Thompson was also known informally as: the "Tommy Gun

As for excitement during the trip

This stamped sheet steel construction helmet retains 85% of its original paint

In truly splendid condition

The division remained on occupation duty in Germany after VE-day

Original U.S. WWII Army Air Force Bubble Sextant Type AN 5854-1 U.S. Navy The Thompson was also knownOriginal Item: Only One Available. This a a very rare navigational instrument used on American bombers and fighters during WWII. The data plate on both the sextant itself and the transit chest read: SEXTANT BUBBLE TYPE AN 5854 1 MFG. PART NO. 29710 MFG. SERIAL NO. AF 43 6216 ORDER NO. (535) 43 25877P BAUSCH & LOMB OPTICAL CO. ROCHESTER, N. Y., U. S. A This is an excellent condition World War II sextant manufactured by Bausch & Lomb. Celestial