Original British WWII “Rupert” Paradummy Military Deception Device As Used During Operation Titanic - As Seen In “Heroes In Our Midst” Pages 296-297

Original Item: Only One Available. This is an excellent example of the simple British “Titanic” or “Rupert” paradummy whichwas made of a burlap or canvas type material and filled with what appears to be straw. It was folded and tied in a bundle that opened when the strings we snapped by the rip cord. A 20 minute maximum adjustable timer with explosives, which was a separate piece, was thrown out the door with each “stick”. For added realism, either type was dressed in castoff uniforms. Only the British type was used in Normandy or Holland, while the American style is known to have been used in Southern France and the Philippines. A nearly identical example was featured in the fabulous book series  “Heroes In Our Midst” in volume 1 pages 296-297 by Ltc. (Ret.) John R. Angolia. This example is in wonderful condition and shows no signs of any extensive damage present. There are stains present in the material but there are no signs that can tell if it was actually used and possibly recover