Spanish Cannon - Rosses Point Co Sligo
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Windsocker
N 54° 18.402 W 008° 34.546
29U E 527603 N 6017729
This Cannon is taught to have been rescued off the wreck of a Spanish
Ship sunk in Sligo Harbour.
Waymark Code: WM3CG2
Location: Ireland
Date Posted: 03/15/2008
Views: 27
The Santa Maria de La Vision of the Spanish armada was wrecked at Streedagh Strand along with Juliania and La Lavia. English divers found them under shifting sand in 1985.
The Three ships were described as been at anchor in Sligo Harbour before a storm and they must have dragged and lost their anchors when driven ashore.
What type of artillery is this?: 7 pound cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Park
Date artillery was placed on display: 01/08/1986
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
What military of the world used this device?: Not listed
Date artillery was in use: 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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