Cannonballs - War of 1812 - Niagara Falls, Ontario
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Weathervane
N 43° 03.137 W 079° 01.490
17T E 660858 N 4768513
These cannonballs are displayed on top of the Battle of Chippawa memorial cairn, in Niagara Falls, Ontario.
Waymark Code: WM17CT2
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 01/27/2023
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member bluesnote
Views: 1

During the war of 1812, the British artillery cannons fired solid or round shot. These cannonballs were fired in a fairly flat trajectory and did not explode being made of solid iron.

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What type of artillery is this?: Solid Iron cannonballs

Where is this artillery located?: Monument grounds

What military of the world used this device?: British

Date artillery was in use: 07/05/1814

Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)

Artillery is no longer operational: no

Still may work: no

Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed

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Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed

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