Most probably a battle souvenir with a Spanish ship carrying Mexican Silver back to Spain in the late 18th century
combat engineers- their main job was when the infantry came up against the pill box or anything like that
Clear markings on the barrel read-
radio operator patch on right sleeve cuff
Both items are original WW2 manufacture
Original German WWII M24 Stick Grenade Dated 1943 with Original Pull String - Inert French Antique Guns Most probably a battle souvenirOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an extremely rare M1924, M24, or "Stielhandgranate 24" German Stick Grenade, often called a "potato masher". This example, acquired from the family of a WWII veteran, has been demilitarized according to specifications by the BATF. The warhead still unscrews, as does the bottom cap. It still retains its original paint, and the original markings can be seen on the head and shaft of the grenade. In addition, it