Caliber 3.2 Bronze Cannons, Flagler Bldg, Fort Belvoir
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N 38° 41.335 W 077° 07.999
18S E 314456 N 4284416
Pair of Bronze cannons, cast in Seville, Spain on 20 January, 1792.
Waymark Code: WMEHJH
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 05/31/2012
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Caliber: 3.2 Smooth Boore Projectile. Weight 25 lb solid shot. Part of the Old Spanish Water Battery along the Esplanade, Manila, Philippines. The U.S. took possession of the cannons in 1901 as a result of the distribution of Guns stemming from the Spanish-American War.
What type of artillery is this?: Smooth Bore Cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Military Grounds
What military of the world used this device?: Philippines
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1792
Artillery is no longer operational: no
Still may work: no
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
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Cost?: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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