Gun 2/75 Royal Arsenal, Woolwich, London, UK
N 51° 29.672 E 000° 04.236
31U E 296657 N 5708890
A gun close to the Firepower Museum.
Waymark Code: WMBJPY
Location: London, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 05/27/2011
Views: 1
The plaque, next to this gun, reads:
"GUN 2/75
On the Chase the cypher of the Earl of Chatham, a peerage created in 1766 for William Pitt the Elder.
On the first reinforce the cypher of George III.
On the first reinforce ring the makers name 'J & H KING' and the date 1809.
On the 2nd reinforce ring the number DCCXLVIII (748)."
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: British
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1809
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
What type of artillery is this?: 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
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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