203mm/55 Modèle 1931 gun
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| 203mm/55 Modèle 1931 | |
|---|---|
 Secondary guns of the Algérie |
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| Type | naval gun |
| Place of origin | France |
| Service history | |
| Used by | France |
| Wars | Second World War |
| Specifications | |
| Shell | separate charges and shell |
| Calibre | 203 mm |
The 203mm/55 Modèle 1931 gun was a medium naval gun of the French Navy.
The type was used on the Algérie as main battery, mounted in four twin turrets.
It is believed that the guns were built from part of elder 240mm/50 Modèle 1902 guns.
