75 mm Field Gun - Ottawa, Ontario - Static Artillery Displays on Waymarking.com

From an information panel on site:

Boer forces used this German-made Krupp 75 mm gun during the South African War (1899-1902).

In the early stages of the war, guns like this frequently outperformed British artillery. British forces captured this example at the November 1900 Battle of Bothaville. It is one of six guns imported for the Orange Free State Artillery Corps in 1892. Given to Canada as a war trophy, it was displayed on Parliament Hill in 1906.
Museum Hours and Fees:

April 29 to September 2, 2019 Monday to Wednesday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday to Sunday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hours subject to change. Statutory holidays falling within this period follow the above hours of operation. September 3, 2019 to March 31, 2020 Monday to Wednesday: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday to Sunday: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fees: Adults $17 - Seniors $15 and students $13 Free on Thursdays from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Parking on the street in proximity to the museum as well as on the grounds of the museum is available for a fee. A parking garage is also available on site.

Museum Guide: (visit link)

What type of artillery is this?: 75 mm Field Gun Where is this artillery located?: Government building What military of the world used this device?: Germany Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1892 Artillery is no longer operational: no Still may work: no Are there any geocaches at this location?: No. Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed Cost?: Not Listed

Visit Instructions:
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