Veterans Home of California Artillery Gun - Yountville, CA
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saopaulo1
N 38° 23.553 W 122° 21.829
10S E 555556 N 4249562
An artillery gun at the Veterans Home of California.
Waymark Code: WM7EMA
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 10/14/2009
Views: 7
The gun sits in front of the administration building at the complex. Behind it is the sign "Honoring Veterans of All Wars.". The barrel part of the gun has been closed. Across the street from the piece is the veterans home's chapel. There's no plaque with the gun.
What type of artillery is this?: Artillery Gun
Where is this artillery located?: Veterans Building
What military of the world used this device?: USA
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
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
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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