Fuze Extractor Freddy Mark 1

The Freddy Mk 1 was invented by Squadron Leader Eric Moxey at the start of the Second World War. It used compressed air to remove the fuze from unexploded enemy bombs, enabling RAF personnel to stay at a safe distance while it was disarmed.

Moxey served in the British Army in the First World War before transferring to the Royal Flying Corps. In the Second World War, he became an expert in the safe disposal of bombs and armaments. On 27 August 1940, he travelled to RAF Biggin Hill to disarm two unexploded bombs, the second of which exploded, killing him. He was awarded a posthumous George Cross.