Guns, Istiklal Harbi Sehitligi - Konya, Turkey
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N 37° 52.236 E 032° 30.511
36S E 456773 N 4191571
Two guns placed here as a part of "Istiklal Harbi Sehitligi" area
Waymark Code: WMFR99
Location: Türkiye
Date Posted: 11/22/2012
Views: 1
Two guns are placed here as a part of Istiklal Harbi Sehitligi (The Independence War Monument) located on Aslanli Kisla Caddesi/street in city of Konya. According to inscription at guns these are probably "Ordnance QF 25 pounders", but because Turkish army never use this kind of equipment, it's still question, what kind of gun are they.
What type of artillery is this?: Probably Ordnance QF 25 pounder
Where is this artillery located?: Monument grounds
What military of the world used this device?: According wikipedia it's pretty unclear
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
No - this is Turkey :)
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
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