Gun 2/46 Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, London, UK
N 51° 29.674 E 000° 04.237
31U E 296659 N 5708894
A gun placed close to the Firepower Museum.
Waymark Code: WMBJNE
Location: London, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 05/27/2011
Views: 1
The plaque next to the gun reads:
"GUN 2/46
Muzzle stamped 100, on the chase is a coronet with the letter 'M' for the Duke of Marlborough.
On the reinforce it states 'GR' under a crown, referring to the Royal George ship on which it was once mounted and from whose hull it was raised by means of a diving bell at Spithead on the Solent in 1835.
On the base ring 'A SCHALCH FECIT 1748' (made by Schalch 1748) and the weight '9-0-3 (Ton - Hundredweights - Quarters)'."
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: Royal Navy
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1748
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
What type of artillery is this?: Not listed
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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