Fort Steilacoom Civil War Cannons - Lakewood, Washington - Static Artillery Displays on Waymarking.com

Both of these cannons are located at Fort Steilacoom in the area that was originally the officers quarters. The cannon on the left was forged by Revere Copper Company in Boston. The sign near the cannon says this about it:
This cannon has a 4.62 inch bore, the same as when new, indicating that it was probably used very little. It was ordered by the North on August 26,1863,and inspected by the ordinance officer, Thomas J. Rodman. The barrel weighs 1220 lbs.

The cannon on the right was cast by Henry N. Hooper & Co. in Boston. The sign near it says this:
This cannon has a 5 inch bore and a hausse seat on the top of the breech for a pendulum sight. The gun was ordered by the North on September 8, 1862, and inspected by ordinance officer, Thomas J. Rodman. The barrel weighs 1220 lbs.

What type of artillery is this?: Napoleon Cannon Where is this artillery located?: Government building What military of the world used this device?: Union Troops during the Civil War Artillery is no longer operational: yes 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 Still may work: Not Listed Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed

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