24 Pound Field Howitzer, Model 1841 , Vincennes, Indiana - Static Artillery Displays on Waymarking.com

This cannon along with an identical cannon guards the Civil War monument at the Knox County Courthouse in Vincennes, Indiana.

This particular piece was cast in 1862 by Cyrus Alger of Boston. It weighed 1331 pounds when produced.
It is numbered 23.

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What type of artillery is this?: Model 1841 field howitzer. Where is this artillery located?: Government building What military of the world used this device?: US Army Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1843 Artillery is no longer operational: no Still may work: no Are there any geocaches at this location?: None that I know of. Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed Cost?: Not Listed

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