LSU Military Science Civil War Cannons - Baton Rouge, LA
N 30° 24.603 W 091° 10.913
15R E 674642 N 3365626
2 Ames Napoleon cannons, displayed at front entrance to Military Science building, on the Louisiana State University campus.
Waymark Code: WM6YE6
Location: Louisiana, United States
Date Posted: 08/05/2009
Views: 5
Ames cannons, 1861. Highly polished. According to plaque on cannon,
These cannons fired at Fort Sumter and presented to University by General W.T. Sherman after the Civil War Another history, found at
here, states
General Sherman donated two cannons to the institution. These cannons had been captured from Confederate forces who had used them to start the war when fired at Fort Sumter, SC. They are still displayed in front of LSU's Military Science building.
What type of artillery is this?: Cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Other
What military of the world used this device?: CSA (Confederate States Military)
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1861
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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