3 inched rifled bore # 24 – Kennesaw National Battlefield – Kennesaw, GA
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One of two, 3 inched rifled bore cannons at Cheatham Hill at the Kennesaw National Battlefield in Kennesaw, GA. The number stamped on the muzzle is 24, dated 1864.
Waymark Code: WMA2J2
Location: Georgia, United States
Date Posted: 11/06/2010
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One of two, 3 inched rifled bore cannons at Cheatham Hill at the Kennesaw National Battlefield in Kennesaw, GA. The number stamped on the muzzle is 24, dated 1864.
From the historic marker located at the Confederate redoubt:
Interlocking Defenses
This artillery redoubt protected part of Maj. Gen. Patrick R. Cleburne’s Confederate Division. From here Southern trenches zigzagged to the left and right for miles, with cannon batteries placed at key positions. These defense lines could produce a devastating crossfire, more destructive then direct frontal fire.
The Texas brigade that built these earthworks exchanged skirmish fire with Federal troops for a week before the battle. One Texan wrote in his diary. “The bullets go zip zip over our breastwork day and night, making the men bow their heads.”
On June 27, the Federals launched their main assault at the center of the Confederate defenses – 1/2 mile to the left – to try and split the Southern army there. The Confederates were ready.
What type of artillery is this?: 3 inched rifled bore cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: Confederate
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Artillery is no longer operational: Not Listed
Still may work: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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