Towed 105mm Howitzer - Albany, Missouri
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BruceS
N 40° 14.845 W 094° 19.984
15T E 386619 N 4456070
Howitzer on the grounds of the Gentry County Courthouse in Albany, Missouri.
Waymark Code: WM5BQ6
Location: Missouri, United States
Date Posted: 12/14/2008
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"The 105 mm Howitzer M2A1(M101) was the standard medium field howitzer for the United States in World War II, seeing action in both European and Pacific theatres. Entering production in 1941, it quickly entered the war against the Japanese Imperial Army in the Pacific, where it gained a reputation for its accuracy and powerful punch. The M101 fired 105 mm H.E. semi-fixed ammunition and had a range of 11,200 m, making it suitable for supporting infantry. All these important qualities of the weapon, along with its widespread production, led to its adoption by many countries after the war. Its ammunition type also became the standard for many foreign countries' later models. After minor changes in the post war era, the howitzer became known as M101A1. It continued to see service in the Korean War, and Vietnam War. Though a similar model, the M102 howitzer, shared the same roles in battle, it never fully replaced the M101. Today the 101A1 has been retired by the U.S. military, though it continues to see service with many other countries." - Wikipedia
What type of artillery is this?: Howitzer
Where is this artillery located?: Government building
What military of the world used this device?: United States
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
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
Still may work: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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