Horse Drawn Cannon #103 - Lexington, Missouri
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BruceS
N 39° 11.112 W 093° 52.986
15S E 423729 N 4337700
Old horse drawn cannon on the grounds of Wentworth Military Academy in Lexington, Missouri.
Waymark Code: WMBJX2
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 05/27/2011
Views: 6
The cannon tube for this horse drawn cannon was built at Watervliet Arsenal in 1898. Its number is 108 and it weighs 829 pounds. The carriage for the cannon was built at Rock Island Arsenal and was built in 1899.
What type of artillery is this?: Cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Other
What military of the world used this device?: United States
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1899
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
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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