Revolutionary War Cannon - Malvern, Pennsylvania
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ted28285
N 40° 01.806 W 075° 31.053
18T E 455841 N 4431226
The cannon is at the scene of the Paoli Massacre just outside of the town of Malvern.
Waymark Code: WM152A5
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 10/01/2021
Views: 2
The cannon has been restored minus a mounted wheel and place near an opening in split rail fence at the Paoli Battlefield. I can't find any documentation of this cannon but I believe it to be a British 6 Pound Field Gun.
Heeding intelligence reports and hearing the sounds of skirmishes of his picket posts General Wayne ordered his cannons and supply train to evacuate his encampment to avoid capture. The retreat was hindered by a farmers fence which had a narrow gate. The cannon lost a wheel at the gate opening causing a blockage of the gate. The British showed no mercy killing the American Troops.
What type of artillery is this?: BRITISH 6-POUND FIELD GUN
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: US Continental Army
Date artillery was in use: 09/20/1777
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: no
Still may work: no
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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