Pope Gregory XIII Gun - Lisboa, Portugal
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manchanegra
N 38° 41.862 W 009° 12.546
29S E 481816 N 4283251
XVI century field muzzle loading gun cast in iron with a caliber of 9cms showing the coat of arms of Pope Gregory XIII.
Waymark Code: WMDAKG
Location: Lisboa, Portugal
Date Posted: 12/15/2011
Views: 11
XVI century field muzzle loading gun cast in iron with a caliber of 9cms. This particular piece holds the coat of arms of Pope Gregory XIII wich shows the power of the Church at those times. Gregory III tryied to remove Queen Elizabeth I (Protestant) from the English throne and convert England to Catolicism but he failled Unfortunately, the light conditions were bad and i didn´t manage to take a photo of the coat of arms. Maybe in the near future.
What type of artillery is this?: Field muzzle loading gun
Where is this artillery located?: Other
What military of the world used this device?: Pope´s Navy.
Parking location to view this Waymark: N 38° 41.802 W 009° 12.510
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
Yes
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Still may work: Not Listed
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