The “Dictator” – Petersburg National Battlefield Park, Petersburg, VA - Static Artillery Displays on Waymarking.com

The “Dictator” is a 13 inch Sea Coast Mortar used by the Union forces in the siege of Petersburg, VA during the American Civil War. The Mortar could fire a 225 pound exploding shell up to 2 miles and took 14 pounds of black power.

The siege of Petersburg lasted nine and one-half month from June 1864 - April 1865. The "Dictator" fired 218 rounds at Petersburg.

A replica of the “Dictator” is located at the Eastern Front Visitor Center along the walking trail at the visitor’s center.

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The "Dictator" (visit link)
Petersburg National Battlefield Park (visit link)

What type of artillery is this?: mortar Where is this artillery located?: Park What military of the world used this device?: US Artillery is no longer operational: no Still may work: no Date artillery was in use: Not listed Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed Cost?: Not Listed Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed

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