Veterans Memorial & Carriage Gun - Brookfield, IL
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member adgorn
N 41° 49.360 W 087° 50.557
16T E 430022 N 4630430
3" carriage gun, made by Pullman Standard, labelled as from the Rock Island Arsenal(1943), now located near the historic Grossdale Station depot. Near American Legion Memorial marker dated 1935.
Waymark Code: WM44PD
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 07/06/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member cachegame
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What type of artillery is this?: 3" carriage gun

Where is this artillery located?: Park

What military of the world used this device?: USA

Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1943

Artillery is no longer operational: yes

Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed

Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed

Cost?: Not Listed

Still may work: Not Listed

Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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