French artillery - Diên Biên Phu, Vietnam
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seal13
N 21° 23.092 E 103° 00.525
48Q E 293556 N 2366051
These artillery canon are French ones and were used during the Diên Biên Phu battle in 1954.
Waymark Code: WM178PR
Location: Vietnam
Date Posted: 01/03/2023
Views: 5
During the Diên Biên Phu battle between French troops and Vietminh ouest, these guns were used to protect the French base.
However, they were useless in front of the Vietminh artillery brought in the mountains surroundig the camp.
The 3 105mm field artillery guns are exposed for visitors, alongside à 155mm one.
They are close to the French HQ (called PC de Castries).
What type of artillery is this?: 3*105 mm filet artillery canons
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: Franchement army
Date artillery was in use: 03/13/1954
Cost?: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
No
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
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