Cannons From Danish Warship Dannebrog - Copenhagen, Denmark
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dtrebilc
N 55° 41.429 E 012° 35.951
33U E 349087 N 6174243
These cannons form part of a memorial to Admiral Ivar Huitfeldt.
Waymark Code: WMHQ6R
Location: Denmark
Date Posted: 08/03/2013
Views: 29
On 4 October 1710, the ship-of-the-line Dannebrog, which Huitfeldt commanded, was set on fire during an encounter with the Swedes. He gave orders to continue the battle, which only came to an end when the ship blew up. Huitfeldt and 497 crew members were killed.
Between 1872 and 1875 various artifacts were brought up from the wreck, including cannons and the ship's anchor.
The monument consists of a marble column topped by a statue of Victoria. The design also incorporates the recovered cannon barrels standing vertically and a pile of recovered cannon balls.
What type of artillery is this?: Cannons from the 1710 warship Dannebrog
Where is this artillery located?: Monument grounds
What military of the world used this device?: Danish navy
Date artillery was in use: 10/04/1710
Date artillery was placed on display: 01/01/1886
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
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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