Canon K5, blockhaus Batterie Todt, Audinghen, France
N 50° 50.665 E 001° 36.025
31U E 401465 N 5633457
Outside the museum is laid out a marine artillery gun of "K5" caliber 280 mm mounted on wagon. Its reach exceeded 80 km.
Waymark Code: WMQAZQ
Location: Hauts-de-France, France
Date Posted: 01/26/2016
Views: 10
The Todt battery is a German coastal battery from World War II located at Cap Gris-Nez. She was one of the most important coastal batteries of the Atlantic wall, with four naval guns of 380 mm with a maximum range of 55.7 km, which can therefore reach the English coast and each protected by a large bunker reinforced concrete.
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What type of artillery is this?: Artillery cannon navy "K5"
Where is this artillery located?: Veterans Building
What military of the world used this device?: German Army
Cost?: 8.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: no
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Still may work: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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