British 25 Pounder Field Gun, 1943 - London, UK
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wildwoodke
N 51° 30.505 W 000° 04.539
30U E 702929 N 5710420
This British 25 Pounder Field Gun was in use as a saluting gun at the Tower of London until 2001 when it was retired and put on display at this fantastic location to visit some of the history of the Briitsh Empire and London, UK.
Waymark Code: WMCPME
Location: London, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 09/30/2011
Views: 14
Text from the Plaque:
"British 25 Pounder Field Gun, 1943
Introduced in 1939, the 25 Pounder was the most numerous and famous British artillery gun of the Second World War. A 25 Pounder last fired on active service with the Special Air Service at Mirbat, Oman in 1972.
The example displayed here was a saluting gun used at the Tower of London until 2001. It was in service with the Honourable Artillery Company whose emblem appears on the shield. The motto ‘Arma Pacis Fulcra’ translates as ‘Armed Strength for Peace’."
What type of artillery is this?: British 25 Pounder
Where is this artillery located?: Monument grounds
What military of the world used this device?: British
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/2001
Artillery is no longer operational: no
Still may work: yes
Are there any geocaches 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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Visit Instructions:
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