Floyd Staton American Legion Post 121 57mm Anti-tank Gun
Posted by: NCDaywalker
N 34° 59.197 W 080° 21.643
17S E 558346 N 3871746
A 57 mm Anti-tank Gun located on the grounds of the Floyd Staton Post 121 Legion home.
Waymark Code: WMV8Q4
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 03/15/2017
Views: 2
For as long as I can remember this cannon, one of three on the property, has stood guard at the Legion home. Many a kid has climbed all over this former beast of battle. They remain as a reminder of more difficult times in out country's history when our men and women went in harm's way to protect the American way of life, to restore peace to the world, and to give hope the oppressed.
The 57mm Gun M1 on Carriage M1 was towed anti-tank artillery, based on the British "6 pounder" anti-tank gun. In Feb 1941, U.S. Army Ordnance started a program to adapt the British 6 pounder anti-tank gun to U.S. production, in order to supply the British under the Lend-Lease program. The U.S. version was designated 57mm Gun M1 on Carriage M1. Production began in February 1942, with all guns going to the British, none used by U.S. forces.
What type of artillery is this?: artillery
Where is this artillery located?: Veterans Building
What military of the world used this device?: British
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
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
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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