Mountain Howitzers - Leesburg, Virginia
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BruceS
N 39° 07.948 W 077° 31.655
18S E 281526 N 4334519
Two mountain howitzers on display at Civil War battlefield Ball's Bluff near Leesburg, Virginia.
Waymark Code: WMJGW1
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 11/17/2013
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The Union forces only had three pieces of artillery at this battle, two were light weight mountain howitzers like these displayed.
What type of artillery is this?: Howitzer
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: U.S. Army
Date artillery was in use: 10/21/1861
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
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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