Seacoast Mortar - Milford, CT
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jiggs11
N 41° 13.500 W 073° 03.353
18T E 662950 N 4565556
Small seacoast mortar on display in front of the Freeman Baldwin Stow Chapter of the DAR in Milford.
Waymark Code: WM11B95
Location: Connecticut, United States
Date Posted: 09/20/2019
Views: 5
Small bore seacoast mortar on display next to the flagpole in front of the DAR Chapter house in Milford. Bore appears to be about 10".
Any foundry markings are obscured/obliterated by corrosion
Mortar is on the front grounds of the Freeman Baldwin Stow Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution on Prospect Street in Milford.
What type of artillery is this?: Mortar
Where is this artillery located?: Other
What military of the world used this device?: USN
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1865
Date artillery was placed on display: 01/01/1975
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
No.
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Artillery is no longer operational: Not Listed
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