3 Inch Guns - Veterans Section Union Cemetery - Steubenville, Ohio
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BruceS
N 40° 21.973 W 080° 38.061
17T E 531044 N 4468469
Two 3-inch guns on display in the veterans section of Union Cemetery in Steubenville, Ohio.
Waymark Code: WMK50Q
Location: Ohio, United States
Date Posted: 02/13/2014
Views: 4
The 3-inch gun was a World War II anti-tank gun. The gun had a maximum firing rate of 12 rounds of a minute. The maximum range was 14.7 km. The success of these guns in the anti-tank role was limited.
What type of artillery is this?: Towed Gun
Where is this artillery located?: Other
What military of the world used this device?: U.S. Army
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1943
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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