The Becky Phipps-Taylors Island, MD
Posted by: Don.Morfe
N 38° 28.174 W 076° 17.651
18S E 387100 N 4258709
The Becky Phipps-This cannon was captured in 1814 from a tender of the British ship of war "Dauntless".
Waymark Code: WM11EWD
Location: Maryland, United States
Date Posted: 10/10/2019
Views: 5
The Becky Phipps-This cannon was captured in 1814 from a tender of the British ship of war "Dauntless".
Lieut. Phipps and crew of 17 men and one colored woman were taken prisoners at James' Point by Capt. Joseph Stewart's company of militia composed of men from Taylor's Island and Tobacco Stick.
Where is this artillery located?: Other
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
What type of artillery is this?: Not listed
What military of the world used this device?: Not listed
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
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Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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