Two Army Field Guns -- American Legion Post 76, Austin TX
N 30° 16.599 W 097° 46.285
14R E 618168 N 3350079
Two howitzers in front of American Legion Post 76 in Austin
Waymark Code: WMTDBQ
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 11/05/2016
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Two Army Field Guns on static display in front of American Legion Post 76 on Atlanta Street in Austin TX.
These howitzers appear to us to be of WWII vintage.
According to Kaw500, these guns are 75mm Field Guns Model 1897A4, on carraiges M2A2 or M2A3.
Thanks to Kaw500 for the correct terminology and identifications! (Blasterz are Navy veterans, so we know more about ships than Army Field Guns!) :)
What type of artillery is this?: Howitzer
Where is this artillery located?: Veterans Building
What military of the world used this device?: US Army
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
No
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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