Ordnance QF 25 Pounder #2 - Alexandra Park - Orangeville, ON
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N 43° 55.246 W 080° 05.667
17T E 572698 N 4863471
One of two World War II 25 Pounder Artillery pieces on display in Alexandra Park in Orangeville, ON.
Waymark Code: WMMKRF
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 10/04/2014
Views: 5
This is one of two Ordnance QF 25 Pounder Artillery pieces on display in Alexandra Park. Of World War II vintage this piece was built in 1942 by Sorel Industries in Quebec. Stampings on the breech indicate it is a Mark II gun.
The plate on the carriage also indicates a 1942 build date, with a serial number of L1012.
What type of artillery is this?: Breech loading Field Gun
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: Canadian Army, Commonwealth armies, other Armies
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1942
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
GC3678 Infestation in Orangeville starts here.
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
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