M1A1 75mm Pack Howitzer - Gardendale, AL
N 33° 39.464 W 086° 48.738
16S E 517402 N 3724222
75mm Pack Howitzer located in Gardendale Memorial Park on US Hwy 31 in Gardendale, AL
Waymark Code: WM8J39
Location: Alabama, United States
Date Posted: 04/07/2010
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The 75mm Pack Howitzer went through a long evolution, starting as horse drawn artillery, that led to the post-World War II M116:
• 75mm Pack Howitzer, M1920
• 75mm Pack Howitzer, M1922A and M1922B
• In 1927, the M1922B (with modifications) was standardized as the 75mm Pack Howitzer, M1
• In 1930, the USMC adopted the 75mm M1923-E2 to replace its M1897 field guns
• In 1934, after further modifications, standardized as the 75mm Pack Howitzer, M1A1
• During WW II, the M1A1 was fitted with new wheels and pneumatic tires, called the M8 carriage.
During World War II, the 75mm Pack Howitzer was used in all theaters, especially in rough terrain. The M1A1 with M8 carriage was well suited to parachute delivery and was often air dropped to otherwise inaccessible places. The pack howitzer could be broken down and moved by men or animals in six loads. The Marine Corps used it in this way for supporting landing forces, carrying it ashore disassembled for quick assembly and deployment on the beach.
After World War II, the complete weapon was re-designated Howitzer, Pack, 75mm M116. The 1,340 pound gun has a range of 8800 meters.
What type of artillery is this?: 75mm Howitzer
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: USA
Artillery is no longer operational: no
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
GC18KM5
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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