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Man finds unusual use for 1940s bombshell he found in garden

Once explosive experts confirmed the bomb was no longer live, it was given to Mr Miller
Once explosive experts confirmed the bomb was no longer live, it was given to Mr Miller (PA)
  • Ross Miller discovered a 1940s bomb casing while mowing his lawn in Herefordshire.
  • Explosives experts confirmed the bomb was inert and allowed Miller to keep it.
  • Miller plans to repurpose the bomb casing as a beer cooler.
  • The discovery led to a temporary street closure and police cordon.
  • Miller's barbecue plans were briefly interrupted by the incident.
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