Ordnance QF 25 Pounder - Alexandra Park - Orangeville, ON
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N 43° 55.238 W 080° 05.660
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One of two World War II 25 Pounder Artillery pieces on display in Alexandra Park in Orangeville, ON.
Waymark Code: WMMKR2
Location: Ontario, Canada
Date Posted: 10/04/2014
Views: 6
Preserved Ordnance QF 25 Pounder on display in Alexandra Park. The gun is a Canadian-built Mark II with a Canadian modification, built in 1943. The gun was manufactured by Sorel Industries in Quebec.
What type of artillery is this?: Breech Loading Field Gun
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: Canadian Army, Commonwealth Armies several other Armies,
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1943
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
No.
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
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