Howitzer - Lovilia, Iowa
Posted by: 
BruceS
N 41° 08.418 W 092° 54.478
15T E 507723 N 4554335
Howitzer in small park in Lovilia, Iowa
Waymark Code: WM7WGF
Location: Iowa, United States
Date Posted: 12/13/2009
Views: 13
Howitzer located in small park. I was not able to identify the model of howitzer or able to find a data plate. If anyone is able to identify let me know.
From Bruntson:
"It is called the Cannon de 155 C model 1917 Schneider.
It was designed and built by the French in 1917 as their heavy 155mm howitzer. When the USA entered the WW I in 1917, we lacked modern artillery so we bought this model from the French. The howitzer orginally had wood spoked wheels but rotted and Wheels from a WW2 army truck (2 1/2 ton) was fitted to the gun."
What type of artillery is this?: Howitzer
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: U.S. Army
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
http://www.geocaching.com/seek/cache_details.aspx?wp=GC3FA37
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
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