Cannon - Churchill MB
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PeterNoG
N 58° 46.220 W 094° 10.018
15V E 432511 N 6515066
This Static Artillery Display is in front of the Eskimo Museum at 242 La Verendrye Avenue in Churchill, Manitoba.
Waymark Code: WMKQYN
Location: Manitoba, Canada
Date Posted: 05/19/2014
Views: 1
This cast iron cannon was likely one of forty-two "12-pounder" cannons from Fort Prince of Wales on Hudson Bay near present day Churchill, Manitoba.
The Fort was built by the Hudson's Bay Company between 1731 and 1772 to protect the interests of the English fur trade in the New World.
In 1782, the Fort, manned by 39 non-military personal, was captured by three French warships without a single shot being fired.
What type of artillery is this?: Cast-iron cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Other
What military of the world used this device?: English vs French on Hudson Bay
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: no
Still may work: no
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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