Le Bloomfield du Fort-Ste-Hélène-Montréal (Québec)
Posted by: gemeloj
N 45° 31.136 W 073° 32.193
18T E 614296 N 5041641
Un canon de garnison de type Bloomfield!
Waymark Code: WMGKWB
Location: Québec, Canada
Date Posted: 03/17/2013
Views: 34
This type of carriage and platform made of cast iron was used in peace time during 19th century. In wartime wooden carriages were used because they were less likely to shatter than the longer lasting cast iron ones.
Ce type particulier d'affût et de platte-forme tout en métal fut utilisé en temps de paix tout au cours du 19 ème siècle. En cas de conflits, les affûts de bois remplaçaient ceux de fer. Bien que moins résistants aux intempéries, les affûts de bois résistaient aux éclatements.
Where is this artillery located?: Park
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Several geocaches in the same park
What type of artillery is this?: Not listed
What military of the world used this device?: Not listed
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
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