Les Canons de la "Venus" - Concarneau, FRA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member André de Montbard
N 47° 52.304 W 003° 54.965
30T E 431495 N 5302449
Cannons from the 1781 at the Glénans sunken "Venus" (EN) Canons de la frigate "Venus", naufrage a Les Glénans en 1781 (F)
Waymark Code: WMZ66Y
Location: Bretagne, France
Date Posted: 09/16/2018
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member bluesnote
Views: 10

At the entrance of the "ville close", the fortified city island of Concarneau you find two short 9-pounders, salvaged from the frigate "Venus" of the Royal French Navy.
What type of artillery is this?: 9-pounder ship artillery, 18th century

Where is this artillery located?: Monument grounds

What military of the world used this device?: Navies of many countries from the 17th to the 19th century

Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1780

Artillery is no longer operational: yes

Still may work: no

Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed

Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed

Cost?: Not Listed

Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed

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