World War I Cannon-Hopkinsville, KY
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snfromky
N 36° 52.490 W 087° 28.813
16S E 457202 N 4081094
This WW I cannon was based on a French design.
Waymark Code: WM2JP4
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date Posted: 11/12/2007
Views: 80
This cannon is located at the World War I Monument in the Riverside Cemetery, Hopkinsville, KY. It was restored by VFW Post 1913 in 2005.
What type of artillery is this?: French-37 mm Model 1917
Where is this artillery located?: Monument grounds
What military of the world used this device?: US Army
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1917
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
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Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
Still may work: Not Listed
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