German Trench Mortar - Crookwell, NSW
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Tuena
S 34° 27.422 E 149° 28.363
55H E 727145 N 6184393
A German Trench Mortar on display at the War Memorial Park in Crookwell.
Waymark Code: WMGZEM
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Date Posted: 04/28/2013
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member PTCrazy
Views: 5

The mortar was captured by the 18th Battalion AIF in the Warfusee-Framerville Sector, Battle of Amiens 8th to 17th August 1918. There were 9 Crookwell Servicemen with the 18th Battalion at that time & their names are listed on the plaque next to the mortar.
What type of artillery is this?: Mortar

Where is this artillery located?: Park

What military of the world used this device?: German

Date artillery was in use: 08/17/1918

Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)

Artillery is no longer operational: yes

Still may work: no

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No.


Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed

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