12 lb English Cannon - Yorktown Battlefield Center
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12 lb English Cannon - Yorktown Battlefield Center
Waymark Code: WMJ3B2
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 09/16/2013
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The 12 lb English Cannon known as the Lafayette Gun on display at the Yorktown Battlefield Center, Yorktown VA. It was taken by General Lafayette in person by storming a redoubt in 1781.
What type of artillery is this?: cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Other
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1781
What military of the world used this device?: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
Artillery is no longer operational: Not Listed
Still may work: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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