World War I Howitzer, Cranbrook, BC
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N 49° 31.195 W 115° 45.649
11U E 589688 N 5485992
The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 24 Post is in the rear of the Heritage Inn on the West side of Highway 3/95 in Cranbrook.
Waymark Code: WMKBGM
Location: British Columbia, Canada
Date Posted: 03/14/2014
Views: 6
Near the entrance to the post is this 1917 Howitzer. The breech is stamped 1917 and it is on wooden wheels, indicating that it is, indeed of World War I vintage. All the workings are in beautiful shape as yet, suggesting that it may never have seen service. The post has no information posted as to its history or how they came to own it.
What type of artillery is this?: World War I Howitzer
Where is this artillery located?: Veterans Building
What military of the world used this device?: Allied Forces
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1918
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
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
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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