Civil War Cannon, Oak Hill Cemetery, Taylorville, Illinois.
N 39° 32.492 W 089° 17.399
16S E 303216 N 4379378
Theses Civil war Cannon stand watch over a Civil war Monument.
Waymark Code: WM81H1
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 01/09/2010
Views: 1
These cannon are part of a Civil War Monument at Oak Hill Cemetery, in Taylorville, Illinois.
The cannon are at the four corners of the monument.
I was unable to determone their caliber, or MM.
What type of artillery is this?: Possibly a 10 pound Parrott Cannon.
Where is this artillery located?: Other
What military of the world used this device?: Union and Confederate Army.
Date artillery was in use: 04/01/1861
Date artillery was placed on display: 06/04/1895
Cost?: 380.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
Not that I am aware of.
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
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