The most effective incendiary bomb made so far is the magnesium bomb. ... But, with prompt action and simple tools, a magnesium bomb can be quenched! — Calisphere
USNBD, British Bombs and Fuzes, Pyrotechnics, Detonators; Section I - British Bombs and Pyrotechnics; Incendiary Bombs: 4 lb. I.B. Mks IV & IVE
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OP 1664 - U.S. Explosive Ordnance (Vol. 2); Part 6 - Bombs and Bomb Fuzes; Chapter 18 - Chemical, Incendiary, and Smoke Bombs; Section 4 - "AN" Series: 4-pound Incendiary AN-50 Series
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