Columbus fort cannon number #209
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Titansfan
N 36° 45.996 W 089° 06.688
16S E 311545 N 4071060
A 32-pounder cannon at Columbus-Belmont State Park.
Waymark Code: WM557F
Location: Kentucky, United States
Date Posted: 11/13/2008
Views: 27
The 32-pounder cannon was recovered at the Civil War fort after the 1927 flood. The cannon was known as #209 and was one of 56 cannons located at this Confederate fort and guarded the passage of the Mississippi River.
The cannon was orginally property of the United State Navy and after Virginia left the Union, the cannon was confisicated by the Confederate government.
What type of artillery is this?: Cannon, direct fire.
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: United States Navy, Confederate States Army
Date artillery was in use: 09/03/1861
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
Columbus-Belmont Earthcache
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
Still may work: Not Listed
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