Bangalore Torpedo

Published: 26th July 2024

An explosive charge used primarily in military operations to clear obstacles, such as barbed wire, minefields, or other barriers. Originally devised in 1912, it consists of a long metal tube filled with explosives, typically connected in sections to create a more extended device. The term ‘Bangalore’ originates from its use by the British Indian Army in Bangalore, India, during World War I.