Green's Battery Cannon - Gettysburg, PA
N 39° 50.293 W 077° 10.032
18S E 314564 N 4412048
One of few cannons still on display in the East Cavalry section of Gettysburg National Military Park.
Waymark Code: WMNQE4
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 04/19/2015
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Army of Northern Virginia
Ewell's Corps
Early's Division
Jones's Battalion
Green's Battery
Louisiana Guard Artillery
Two 10 pounder parrots and two 3 inch rifles
July 3, After taking part in the fighting on the previous two days at Gettysburg and Hunterstown the battery being detached from its battalion brought its parrot guns here and rendered important service in the cavalry battle not withdrawing until after dark.
Losses - Killed 2 Wounded 5 Total 7
Horses disabled 2
Where is this artillery located?: Park
Artillery is no longer operational: no
Still may work: no
What type of artillery is this?: Not listed
What military of the world used this device?: Not listed
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
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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