1902 Cannon - Stephenville, TX
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WalksfarTX
N 32° 12.988 W 098° 12.943
14S E 573906 N 3564698
The cannon sits in front of the E.J. Howell Building on the Tarleton State University Campus.
Waymark Code: WMYQ7Z
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 07/10/2018
Views: 1
Tarleton Website
This 1902 model artillery piece was brought to campus in 1922 to serve ROTC training purposes. The cannon was also frequently fired during celebrations and special events until the outbreak of World War II. Firings were ceased because blank ammunition became rather scarce during the war years. Shortly thereafter Dean J. Thomas Davis ordered the muzzle sealed and the barrel welded into a fixed position. In 1946, the cannon was placed in its current location where it has remained stationary and silent.
What type of artillery is this?: Cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Other
What military of the world used this device?: United States
Parking location to view this Waymark: N 32° 13.098 W 098° 13.035
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
None
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
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