American Civil War Cannon, Hennepin, IL
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KG1960
N 41° 15.196 W 089° 20.603
16T E 303666 N 4569520
A civil war cannon that appears to be a 4.2 inch bore, 30 pounder, Parrott rifled gun.
Waymark Code: WMYPH
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 11/14/2006
Views: 35
This cannon is in a city park across the street from the Putnam County Courthouse in Hennepin, IL. The muzzle has markings that say 30 pdr., 4.2. An Internet search found that this means a 30 pounder with a 4.2 inch bore. The characteristic reinforcement ring on the rear indicates that this gun is a Parrott rifled gun, named after Robert Parrott who developed the method to cast cannons with rifling. Unfortunately the bore was filled with concrete, so I could not tell if there was rifling.
Parking is on street within 25 feet of the cannon.
What type of artillery is this?: mid-19th century cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: Union Army in the American Civil War
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
Cost?: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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