US Army 57 MM Anti Tank Gun - Collingswood, NJ
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N 39° 54.909 W 075° 04.212
18S E 494000 N 4418342
This is one of two artillery displays located on the grounds of Tatem-Shields American Legion Post No. 17. The other display is a German 7.5 CM PAK 40 anti tank gun. Both displays make up a non-specific war memorial called Artillery Park.
Waymark Code: WM41DT
Location: New Jersey, United States
Date Posted: 06/23/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member cachegame
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These permanent artillery fixtures were added to the American Legion grounds on December 7, 2000 in a ceremony in which the war memorial was dedicated.

The United States Army adopted the the British QF 6-pounder 7 cwt (also known as 6 pdr) as their primary anti-tank gun under the designation 57mm Gun M1. This British anti tank gun was also a 57 mm gun, their primary anti-tank gun during the middle of World War II.

This weapon was in service from 1942–1960. It was produced from 1941–1945, after being designed in 1940. It takes a crew of 6 and has a maximum range of 5,000 yards. It was only used in World War II.

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What type of artillery is this?: Anti Tank

Where is this artillery located?: Veterans Building

What military of the world used this device?: American Army

Date artillery was placed on display: 12/07/2000

Artillery is no longer operational: yes

Date artillery was in use: Not listed

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Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed

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