M102 105mm Howitzer Tacoma, Washington
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mnerv
N 47° 17.556 W 122° 30.455
10T E 537231 N 5237798
VFW Narrows Bridge Post 10018 M102 Howitzer on display.
Waymark Code: WM13GDD
Location: Washington, United States
Date Posted: 12/08/2020
Views: 4
M102 105mm Howitzer was adopted into service in 1964 and deployed in Vietnam in 1966. The M102 replaced the M101a1, a WWII design. Being lighter the M102 could be towed by a 3/4 ton truck and was easier to sling load under a helicopter. Now replaced in the US Army by the M119 the M102 is still serving in the United States Air Force on AC-130 gunships.
What type of artillery is this?: 105mm lightweight towable howitzer.
Where is this artillery located?: Veterans Building
What military of the world used this device?: United States and western allied forces.
Artillery is no longer operational: no
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
GC7PNY4 Oasis across the street in Baltimore Park
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
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