155 mm Howitzer - Evergreen Cemetery - Colorado Springs, CO
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condor1
N 38° 49.042 W 104° 48.143
13S E 517155 N 4296528
This old cannon is located in Evergreen Cemetary on the west central side of Colorado Springs. It only lacks the wheels to look like what you would expect.
Waymark Code: WM5J11
Location: Colorado, United States
Date Posted: 01/11/2009
Views: 34
If you want to view history come visit this old cannon. Located in the center of Evergreen Cemetary it is a memorial to Solders of the Civil War, but The Civil War cannon barrel that originally graced this site was, because of its valuable metal content, donated to assist the United States' war effort during World War II. In its place, this 1918 Howitzer barrel, a World War I model was mounted.
Decades later, the Howitzer barrel was removed and placed into storage, leaving the memorial unadorned.
In 1991, the barrel was refurbished and remounted through funds provided by the Colorado Society of the Sons of the American Revolution.
As a result, this unusual memorial has ties, not only to the Civil War, but to World War I, World War II and even the American Revolution. With its history and purpose in mind, this memorial was re-dedicated, 87 years after its original dedication.
What type of artillery is this?: 155 mm Howitzer
Where is this artillery located?: Other
What military of the world used this device?: United States
Date artillery was placed on display: 08/21/1991
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
There is a Colorado Spirit Quest cache located within walking distance.
Colorado Spirit Quest #128 - Evergreen Cemetery GC1KECD
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
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Visit Instructions:
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