68 Pounder - National Army Hospital, Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, London, UK
N 51° 29.189 W 000° 09.636
30U E 697130 N 5707749
This 65 pounder smooth bore iron gun is on public display outside the National Army Museum in west London.
Waymark Code: WMG6JN
Location: London, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 01/20/2013
Views: 3
The gun sits outside the National Army Museum next to Royal Hospital Road in Chelsea, London.
The plaques, adjacent to the gun, read:
"68pdr Smooth Bore Iron Gun
of 95cwt, 1858
The 68 Pdr was normally used only on fixed mountings for coastal defence. However during
the siege of Sebastopol several were used, manned by naval ratings. Their heavier shot was
thought to be more effective against the fomidable Russian fortifications.
This gun was made by Walker and Co. of Gospel Oak, Staffordshire who took over from
Samuel Walker and Co. in about 1820. They used the original firm's machinery and kept the
same mark, WCo on the trunions.
Generously donated by the Royal Artillery Historical Trust NAM 1998-09-18".
The second plaque, on the opposite side of the carriage, has the same inscription.
What type of artillery is this?: 68 Pounder smooth bore
Where is this artillery located?: Government building
What military of the world used this device?: British
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1858
Date artillery was placed on display: 09/18/1998
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: no
Still may work: no
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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