Old Soldiers Home Orting, Washington USA 37mm Anti-tank Gun (North) - Orting, WA
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N 47° 04.870 W 122° 12.801
10T E 559714 N 5214484
Anti-tank gun display at the Old Soldiers home.
Waymark Code: WM1693H
Location: Washington, United States
Date Posted: 06/04/2022
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Anti-tank gun 37mm M3. United States Army adopted the 37mm anti-tank gun M3 in 1940. By the outbreak of World War II in 1941 the gun was largely outclassed by enemy armor. Served throughout the war in the Pacific Theater but was replaced by a 57mm anti-tank gun in Europe.
What type of artillery is this?: Anti-tank
Where is this artillery located?: Government building
What military of the world used this device?: United States Army, United States Marine Corps
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
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Cost?: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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