3-inch Gun and Limber - Arizona Historical Society - Tempe, AZ - Static Artillery Displays on Waymarking.com

From the signage:

"Between 1900-1940 the army depended on horse-drawn wheeled vehicles to transport men, supplies and weapons such as this M1905 3-inch field gun and limber. Guns like this were used extensively in Arizona during the Mexican Border Conflict of 1910-1920.

The gun and limber weigh over 4,200 lbs. and required four to six horses to move. Together with a caisson attached to a second limber, these vehicles formed a 'half-section' of an artillery battery requiring a crew of 10 men and 12 horses."

Coordinates are for the front door of the Historical Society. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 other, children under 11 free. Two-for-one Tuesdays and free with a Culture Pass from a local library. Closed Mondays, hours 10 am - 4 pm Tuesday - Saturday and 12 - 4 pm Sundays.

What type of artillery is this?: M-1905 3-inch field gun and limber Where is this artillery located?: Other What military of the world used this device?: United States Army Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1910 Parking location to view this Waymark: N 33° 26.533 W 111° 55.939 Cost?: 5.00 (listed in local currency) Artillery is no longer operational: no Still may work: no Are there any geocaches at this location?: Yes, one virtual (in the museum) and one traditional (in the parking area). Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed

Visit Instructions:
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