47mm, 5 rotating barrel Naval Cannon, Fairfield, CA
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N 38° 14.967 W 122° 02.430
10S E 583956 N 4233927
2 pedestal mounted, 47mm, rotating (5) barrel Naval Cannon, Fairfield, CA.
Waymark Code: WM3A8X
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 03/04/2008
Views: 43
2 pedestal mounted, 47mm, rotating (5) barrel Naval Cannon, Fairfield, CA. Cannons are mounted to the left and right sides of the Front Steps of the old Solano County Courthouse located at 674 Texas Street, Fairfield Ca. The cannon on the west side of steps is stamped 47mm, U.S.N., No. 3, 1883, 550Kg. Cannon on the east side of steps is stamped 47mm, U.S.N., No. 15, 1884, 570Kg.
What type of artillery is this?: Naval Cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Government building
What military of the world used this device?: US Navy
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
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
Still may work: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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