10-pounder Army Parrott rifles, Model of 1861 #221 - Chickamauga National Military Park
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This 10-pounder Army Parrott rifle located at the monument to the Third Wisconsin Battery on the east side of Lafayette Rd near the southern entrance to the Chickamauga National Battlefield. There are 4 cannons flanking the monument.
Waymark Code: WMDKV4
Location: Georgia, United States
Date Posted: 01/27/2012
Views: 2
The monument to the
3rd Independent Battery Wisconsin Light Artillery is in recognition of their service during the
Battle of Chickamauga, fought September 19–20, 1863. This is one of two markers to the 3rd Wisconsin Battery on the battlefield.
| Foundry |
West Point Foundry, Cold Spring NY
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| Registry # |
221 |
| Inspector |
RPP |
| Weight |
900 lbs |
| Number of rifling grooves, left or right twist |
3RH |
| Year made |
1862 |
Reference: Robinson's Battery - National Register of Surviving Civil War Artillery;
Sites A - F
Text on the front of the monument:
Third Wisconsin Battery
3rd Brig. 3rd Div.
21st Army Corps.
More information:
Wikipedia -
Field artillery in the American Civil War
Wikipedia -
Parrott rifle
What type of artillery is this?: 2.9-inch (10-pounder) Army Parrott rifles, Model of 1861
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: US Civil War
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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