Ack Ack Gun & Howitzer - War Memorial Park, Oberon, NSW
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S 33° 42.280 E 149° 51.749
55H E 765298 N 6266909
Two guns on display at the War Memorial Park in Oberon.
Waymark Code: WMQMNV
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Date Posted: 03/04/2016
Views: 5
One is your standard anti aircraft gun commonly called an Ack Ack gun & used during the Second World War on land & sea. The other is a 105 mm howitzer built in Canada in 1956 by Sorrel Industries according to the faint lines on the breach. Both are in good condition.
What type of artillery is this?: Anti Aircraft & Bombardment
Where is this artillery located?: Monument grounds
What military of the world used this device?: Australia
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
GC14WR5 In Memory
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
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