Model 1902, Yucaipa, CA
Posted by: jerrytcher
N 34° 01.966 W 117° 02.324
11S E 496424 N 3765789
Field gun used in 1916.
Waymark Code: WM14FH
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 01/11/2007
Views: 65
"This model gun saw field service in Pershing's 1916 campaign in Mexico, and was extensively used in training artillerymen during World War I, altough it was little used after 1918."
Where is this artillery located?: Veterans Building
What military of the world used this device?: US
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?: 1902 (GCNQ2R)
What type of artillery is this?: Not listed
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
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