Generator : 2003.39.010

Collection:

Juneau—Douglas City Museum

Object ID:

2003.39.010

Accession#:

2003.39

Credit Line:

Donated by the Juneau Icefield Research Project.

Object Name:

Generator

Title:

Military Surplus Hand Cranked GN 58 Field Generator

Date:

1945

Description:

Rectangular green metal box in two halves connected by six latches with opposing crank handles extending from sides that feature free—moving black painted wooden cylinders at ends. Round metal receptacle on bottom with nine holes for plug. Screws extend from two sides to hold plug fast. Rounded top has metal label "Signal Corps US Army Generator GN 58" and lists voltage, amps, and manufacturer. Various hooks, screws, and tabs for attaching and/or carrying generator to other equipment.

Notes:

See donor file.
See also 2003.39.001
Likely used with radio as it would have been in military.

Search Terms:

Military
T&E
Radio
Communication
Signal Corps

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Military Surplus Hand Cracked

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