Dahlgren Shellgun No. 199
Posted by: WN1E
N 42° 12.583 W 072° 36.328
18T E 697662 N 4675837
This broadside naval gun is located in a small park in downtown Holyoke.
Waymark Code: WM561E
Location: Massachusetts, United States
Date Posted: 11/16/2008
Views: 22
From the Plaque:
"Dahlgren Shellgun No. 199
Discovered Springdale Park
May 1979
Restored 1979
Mounted 1980, by Holyoke, Inc.
Used As Broadside Guns On
Mid 19th Century Warships,
These Canons Could Fire
A 32-Pound Shot 1756 Yards
Obsolete By The Mid 1880's
They Were Given To Communities
For Ornamental Purposes"
What type of artillery is this?: Dahlgren Shellgun
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: Union Army
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Are there any geocaches at this location?: No
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
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