8 - Inch Towed Howitzer - West Salem, Ohio
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BruceS
N 40° 58.179 W 082° 06.557
17T E 406663 N 4535980
8-inch howitzer on display at the south entrance to West Salem, Ohio.
Waymark Code: WM4P3H
Location: Ohio, United States
Date Posted: 09/14/2008
Views: 36
This 8-inch towed howitzer dates to the World War II era with a date of manufacturer of 1944 at Rock Island Arsenal.
What type of artillery is this?: Howitzer
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: United States
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1944
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
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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