Model 1861 10-inc Siege Mortars
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N 34° 41.780 W 076° 40.730
18S E 346232 N 3840650
There are only two surviving seige cannons of Fort Macon's Original armament. These are on display inside Fort Macon.
Waymark Code: WMC555
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 07/26/2011
Views: 7
There is a sign with the mortars. It reads as follows:
These are the only known surviving cannons of Fort Macon's original armament. Used in the fort 1862 to 1902. Similar to mortars used by the Union Army against the fort in the 1862 bombardment.
Weight of Barrel ................ 1968 Pounds
Weight of Gun Carriage (Bed) .... 1830 Pounds
Gunpowder Charge ................... 4 Pounds
Weight of Exploding shell ......... 88 Pounds
Bursting Charge of Shell ........... 3 Pounds
Range ............................ 2100 Yards
What type of artillery is this?: Siege Mortars
Where is this artillery located?: Military Grounds
What military of the world used this device?: US Union Army
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1862
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
There is one virtual geocache at this location.
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
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