Mine Warfare Collection

The evacuation of the troopship SS Tyndareus, 6 February 1917 (oil on board)
5929455 The evacuation of the troopship SS Tyndareus, 6 February 1917 (oil on board) by Wood, Stanley L. (1866-1928); National Army Museum

A view of the siege and storming of Ciudad Rodrigo in Spain on Jany. 19
5929309 A A view of the siege and storming of Ciudad Rodrigo in Spain on Jany. 19. 1812A (engraving) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); National Army Museum

U. S. Navy SEAL combat swimmers place a MK-1 Limpet mine onto a target
A pair of U.S. Navy SEAL combat swimmers wearing Draeger Lar-V oxygen rebreathers, emplace a MK-1 Limpet mine onto a target in the turbid waters of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, circa 1996

An over the shoulder view of a Navy SEAL combat swimmer diving the Draeger LAR-V oxygen rebreather, a Secumar lifejacket, carrying a MK-1 limpet mine on a backpack

A static display of an ordnance shell and a mine lay half-buried in the sand at the Camp Wilson IED lane

A static display of a converted ordnance shell and a simple mine are used at teaching tools for Marines at the Camp Wilson IED lane

Mines and grenades were among the hundreds of weapons unearthed by Marines. Recon Marines spent several days in Mushin, Iraq, during Operation Rubicon

Two box-type devices packed with explosives and pellets
Two box-type devices were found in the cache sweep that were later dubbed anti-tank mines. The devices were packed with explosives and pellets

A Navy SEAL combat swimmer navigates the water utilizing a compass board
A Navy SEAL conducting a combat swimmer navigation training utilizing the compass board for navigation and wearing a Draeger LAR-V oxygen rebreather

Marines perched atop Machine Gun Hill watch down range as explosives detonate
November 11, 2006 - Marines perched atop Machine Gun Hill watch down range as explosives detonate, destroying a mine field to allow safe passage for Marines to reach their objective at range 400

A simulated land mine used to conduct lanes training, at Bagram Airbase, during Operation Enduring Freedom

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"Unleashing Destruction: The Deadly World of Mine Warfare" Witness the harrowing evacuation of SS Tyndareus, as it narrowly escapes a treacherous minefield on 6 February 1917. Step back in time to witness the siege and storming of Ciudad Rodrigo in Spain on January 19 - where mines played a crucial role in shaping history. U. S. Navy SEAL combat swimmers demonstrate their expertise by stealthily placing MK-1 Limpet mines onto high-value targets. Get an over-the-shoulder view of a fearless Navy SEAL combat swimmer, navigating dangerous waters while carrying out critical mine warfare operations. A static display reveals the chilling reality of ordnance shells and half-buried mines hidden beneath innocent-looking sand - silent killers waiting for their moment. Delve into the world of converted ordnance shells and simple yet deadly mines, showcasing the ingenuity behind these destructive devices. Explore an arsenal filled with menacing mines and grenades, highlighting the wide range of tools employed by warriors engaged in mine warfare. Behold two box-type devices packed with explosives and pellets - compact yet capable weapons that can wreak havoc upon unsuspecting enemies. Witness a Navy SEAL combat swimmer skillfully navigate through unknown waters using only a compass board - relying on precision to avoid lethal underwater obstacles. Marines perched atop Machine Gun Hill maintain vigilance as explosives detonate below, illustrating how mine warfare shapes battlefield tactics from above ground too. Examine a simulated landmine up close, offering insight into its deceptive appearance and devastating potential when triggered.