Hotchkiss Revolving Cannon - Vallejo, CA
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saopaulo1
N 38° 05.875 W 122° 16.259
10S E 563921 N 4216929
A cannon in a small park at the former Mare Island Naval Shipyard.
Waymark Code: WMGYEF
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 04/24/2013
Views: 6
The plaque at the foot of the gun reads: "55 mm Hotchkiss revolving cannon from USS Thetis."
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: US
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1930
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
What type of artillery is this?: Not listed
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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