10.5 cm (4.1 in) Naval Gun - Sydney, NSW
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BruceS
S 33° 52.586 E 151° 12.720
56H E 334633 N 6250106
Naval gun from the WWI German cruiser SMS Emden as part of a memorial for the HMAS Sydney located in Hyde Park in Sydney, New South Wales.
Waymark Code: WMFNXM
Location: New South Wales, Australia
Date Posted: 11/10/2012
Views: 16
The 10.5 cm gun was built in 1904 by the Krupp company in Essen, Germany. It was mounted on the German cruiser SMS Emden which operated in the Indian Ocean. The SMS Emden was launched May 26, 1908 and was equipped with 10 of these guns. With the start of World War I the remaining vessels in the German fleet that had been operating in the Indian Ocean returned to Germany. The Emden remained behind to disrupt British merchant ship operations. From August to November 9, 1914, the Empress engaged 31 British and allied merchant and warships. On November 9, 1914 she was run aground by her captain to prevent her from sinking, after engaging the more powerful HMAS Sydney at the Battle of Cocos.
What type of artillery is this?: Naval gun
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: German Navy
Date artillery was in use: 05/26/1908
Date artillery was placed on display: 12/21/1917
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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