8" RIFLE 17240LB No.13
Posted by: 
swizzle
N 42° 57.518 W 074° 13.079
18T E 563783 N 4756517
One Big Gun!!
Waymark Code: WM71WE
Location: New York, United States
Date Posted: 08/20/2009
Views: 6
I wish I knew more about this one. All I know is what I got from the stamps on both sides of this large cannon. The title for this WM came off of the left hand side of the cannon as your looking down the barrel. The other stamp says,"P F.J.H. 1877" Not sure what that means but I'd love to know. This is in the middle of a circle of graves from civil war soldiers. If anyone can tell me more about this cannon then please let me know. the paint on this one is chipping off. It'd be nice to see it get re-finished. This is located in Amsterdam, N.Y. on Steadwell Rd. in the fairview cemetery. Please be respectful at all times and if there is a funeral going on or mourners in the area then please come back at another time. Happy Wmin', Swizzle & Family
Where is this artillery located?: Other
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
No
What type of artillery is this?: Not listed
What military of the world used this device?: Not listed
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
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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