Pair of Krupp Guns - Montpelier, Vermont - Static Artillery Displays on Waymarking.com

Two identical guns in front of the State House. The same inscription on both:

	Steel Krupp gun, from the Spanish cruiser Castilla, sunk by Admiral Dewey's squadron in Manilla Bay, May 1, 1898.

What's the significance? Why here?

Short answer: hometown pride.

Admiral George Dewey is best known for his victory* at the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish-American War. He was also the only person in history to achieve the rank of Admiral of the Navy, the most senior rank in the United States Navy.

Dewey was a Montpelier native, born and raised. In fact, he was born in a cottage right across the street from where these guns are displayed.

Coordinates are taken midway between the two.

*without the loss of a single American life due to combat; one man died of heat stroke

What type of artillery is this?: Naval Where is this artillery located?: Government building What military of the world used this device?: Spanish Navy Date artillery was in use: 05/01/1898 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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