30 pounder 1863 Cannon - Fayetteville, NC, USA
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NCDaywalker
N 35° 03.514 W 078° 54.244
17S E 691135 N 3881546
The cannon is located at the intersection of Morganton Rd. and Dobbin Ave. right (while facing) the Confederate Dead Memorial Statue.
Waymark Code: WMXFN8
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 01/07/2018
Views: 1
This 30 pounder has a cast date of 1863. It is mounted on a granite block. It appears to be a smooth bore as I do not see rifling at the muzzle end.
What type of artillery is this?: cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Monument grounds
What military of the world used this device?: CSA, USA
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Artillery is no longer operational: Not Listed
Still may work: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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