German First World War Field Gun, Port Kembla, NSW - Static Artillery Displays on Waymarking.com

At the conclusion of the World Wars captured & decommissioned military equipment was collected & distributed throughout Australia for display. This field gun was manufactured by Spandau Arsenal in 1906 & captured by 45 Battalion AIF on the morning of 8 August 1918 between Warfusee and Morcourt in France.

The plaque from which this information was obtained gives an historical perspective to that day. It states:

The great allied offensive of this day used the lessons of General Sir John Monash' capture of nearby Hamel and was so successful it forced the German general staff to realise that the war was lost. The German general Ludendorff called 8 August 1918 "the blackest day of the German Army".

The gun's wooden spokes are still in good condition but the metal work is showing signs of rust. A canopy protects the gun from the elements.

What type of artillery is this?: Field Gun Where is this artillery located?: Veterans Building What military of the world used this device?: German Army Date artillery was in use: 08/08/1918 Artillery is no longer operational: no Still may work: no Are there any geocaches at this location?: No. Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed Cost?: Not Listed

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