Memorial Park Cannon - Swanton,Ohio
Posted by: RustyNail09
N 41° 35.028 W 083° 53.477
17T E 258984 N 4607605
Cannon placement in Swanton Memorial Park in Swanton,Ohio
Waymark Code: WM6N8Q
Location: Ohio, United States
Date Posted: 06/24/2009
Views: 6
There is no documented on-line history that I could find available. It is a 4" smooth bore cannon donated by W.L. Geysen and placed on a hill inside the public park. Parking can be obtained within 150 ft. from this cannon.
What type of artillery is this?: Smooth bore cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Park
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Are there any geocaches at this location?: There is 1 geocache located inside the same park by the name "Ouch" by 3olivos
What military of the world used this device?: Not listed
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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