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English: The M139 4.5-in. spherical sarin bomblet used
in the Little John rocket. The vanes on the outside of the bomblet created a spin that then armed the impact fuze. The explosive burster is in the center and sarin fills the two outer compartments. |
| Date | Unknown date |
| Source | Medical Aspects of Chemical and Biological War -Chapter 2- p. 59 in PDF |
| Author | Chemical and Biological Defense Command Historical Research and Response Team, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD (United States Army) |
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