3' 50 Cal Naval Deck Gun [North] - Jeffersontown, KY
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stinger503
N 38° 11.373 W 085° 33.322
16S E 626510 N 4227832
One of two deck guns at Jeffersontown Veterans Memorial Park
Waymark Code: WM16GME
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date Posted: 07/29/2022
Views: 1
This pair of 3 inch 50 caliber Naval Deck Guns is located at Jeffersontown Veterans Memorial Park in Jeffersontown, Kentucky. They are sitting across from each other near the entrance of the park.
The were dedicated on Veterans Day, November 11th, 1999 to all sailors. The accompanying marble plaque was donated by all past and present personnel of the Naval Ordinance Station in Louisville, Kentucky.
What type of artillery is this?: Naval Deck Gun
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: US Navy
Date artillery was placed on display: 11/11/1999
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
https://coord.info/GC24G61
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
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