1681 Mortar - Yorktown Historic Battlefield, VA - Static Artillery Displays on Waymarking.com

The following text is on the plaque adjacent to the mortar:

A 1681 MORTAR - Although a century old this mortar was still serviceable in 1781 indicating that armament did not change so quickly then as now. Its latin inscription carries its own message: "I send not the rays of the sun but the thunderbolts of Jupiter"

What type of artillery is this?: Cannon Where is this artillery located?: Park What military of the world used this device?: Either British or Patriot Army during the Revolutionary War Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1681 Cost?: 10.00 (listed in local currency) Artillery is no longer operational: yes Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed Still may work: Not Listed Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed

Visit Instructions:
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Date Logged Log User Rating   03/09/2013 Mychell visited it