105 Howitzer M1A1 (M101) - Twentynine Palms, CA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
N 34° 08.576 W 116° 03.281
11S E 587152 N 3778407
A howitzer on display at Veterans Park in Twentynine Palms, CA.
Waymark Code: WMWM0W
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 09/16/2017
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member bluesnote
Views: 3

The plaque reads: "105 Howitzer M1A1 (M101) To all veterans past, present and future. "A heartfelt thank you for keeping the torch of freedom burning."

About the machine: "The 105 mm M2A1 howitzer (later redesignated M101A1) was an artillery piece developed and used by the United States. It was the standard U.S. light field howitzer in World War II and saw action in both the European and Pacific theaters. Entering production in 1941, it quickly gained a reputation for accuracy and a powerful punch. The M101A1 fired 105-millimetre (4.1 in) high explosive (HE) semi-fixed ammunition and had a range of 11,270 metres (12,330 yd), making it suitable for supporting infantry." (visit link)
What type of artillery is this?: howitzer

Where is this artillery located?: Park

What military of the world used this device?: USA

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

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Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed

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