Howitzer - Zofingen, AG, Switzerland
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N 47° 17.238 E 007° 56.883
32T E 420454 N 5237628
A 12cm howitzer is on display at Pulverturm in Zofingen.
Waymark Code: WMHCYM
Location: Aargau, Switzerland
Date Posted: 06/25/2013
Views: 8
Pulverturm is a remnant of the medieval city fortification of Zofingen and one of the landmarks of this town.
Since 1948 the tower has been rented by the Zofingen Artillery Association and is used as their clubhouse. In 1975 they acquired this howitzer to put it on display next to the tower. It was built in 1912 and modernized in 1939. In 2006 the howitzer was renovated.
What type of artillery is this?: 12cm howitzer
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: most probably the Swiss Army
Date artillery was placed on display: 01/01/1975
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
unfortunatelly not
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
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