M-115 8" Howitzer - Trenton, GA - Static Artillery Displays on Waymarking.com

The Howitzer, 8 inch, M115 is a towed howitzer originally developed in the late 1930s, inspired by German and British heavy artillery. It entered service in 1939. During World War II it was designated by the name 8-inch Howitzer M1. It is sometimes referred to as the 203mm Howitzer rather than 8-inch.

The 8-inch howitzer uses the same towed carriage as the 155mm Long Tom. It has also been fitted to self-propelled mounts as the 8-inch Howitzer Motor Carriage M43 and the 8-inch Self-Propelled Howitzer M110.

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What type of artillery is this?: Howitzer Where is this artillery located?: Other What military of the world used this device?: USA Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1939 Artillery is no longer operational: yes Still may work: no Are there any geocaches at this location?: No Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed Cost?: Not Listed

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