Chinese Bronze Cannon - London, England, UK - Static Artillery Displays on Waymarking.com

The plaque accompanying this cannon reads:

"Chinese Bronze Cannon

This massive Fortress Gun
is believed to have been
captured by British froces
from the forts gaurding
Canton during the Second
China War (1856-1861).
It was brought back to
Britain as a trophy by HMS
Nelson. It was formerly
displayed at Upper Castle,
Kent and the Rotunda,
Woolwich."

What type of artillery is this?: Chinese Bronze cannon Where is this artillery located?: Government building What military of the world used this device?: Chinese Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1856 Cost?: 20.00 (listed in local currency) Still may work: yes Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed Artillery is no longer operational: Not Listed Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed

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