105 mm (4.1 in.) Type 91 (1931) Light Field Howitzer - Clermont, QLD
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Tuena
S 22° 49.508 E 147° 38.157
55K E 565257 N 7475697
This howitzer was donated to Blair Athol Township near the end of World War Two.
Waymark Code: WMP2AH
Location: Queensland, Australia
Date Posted: 06/15/2015
Views: 2
It is now situated at the front of the RSL Club in Clermont as Blair Athol township no longer exists. It is in very good order being kept under cover. An information plaque gives details of the howitzer. It was horse-drawn by 6 horses although may have been pack carried as well. Shell size was 35 pounds, fire rate from 1 rpm to 8 rpm & range 11,500 yards.
What type of artillery is this?: Howitzer
Where is this artillery located?: Veterans Building
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: no
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
No.
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
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