German 7.5 CM PAK 40 Anti Tank Gun - Collingswood, NJ
N 39° 54.911 W 075° 04.215
18S E 493996 N 4418345
This is one of two artillery displays located on the grounds of Tatem-Shields American Legion Post No. 17. The other display is US Army 57 MM Anti Tank. Both displays make up a non-specific war memorial called Artillery Park.
Waymark Code: WM41DM
Location: New Jersey, United States
Date Posted: 06/23/2008
Views: 53
These permanent artillery fixtures were added to the American Legion grounds on December 7, 2000 in a ceremony in which the war memorial was dedicated.
The 7.5 cm PaK 40 (7.5 cm Panzerabwehrkanone 40) was a German 7.5 centimetres (3 in) anti-tank gun developed in 1939-1941 by Rheinmetall and used during the Second World War. (Source: (
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What type of artillery is this?: Anti Tank
Where is this artillery located?: Veterans Building
What military of the world used this device?: Germany Army
Date artillery was placed on display: 12/07/2000
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
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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