M114A2 155 mm Howitzer – Marshfield, Missouri - Static Artillery Displays on Waymarking.com

The M114 155 mm howitzer saw service in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam until it was replaced by the M198 medium towed howitzer. Information from plaque at site:

Howitzer, Medium, Towed
Model: M114A2
Caliber: 155 mm or 6.102 in.
Muzzle Velocity: 1850 feet per sec.
Weight of Projectile: 95 lbs.
Max Range: 15,967 yds. (9.07 miles)
Rate of Fire: one rd. per min.
Weight: 12,700

What type of artillery is this?: Towed howitzer Where is this artillery located?: Government building What military of the world used this device?: U.S. Army Artillery is no longer operational: yes Still may work: no 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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