The German Naval Gun
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TeamTGF
S 25° 44.427 E 028° 12.488
35J E 621177 N 7152504
A 10.5cm Caliber Cannon found close to the Union Buildings, Pretoria.
Waymark Code: WM1TD1
Location: Gauteng, South Africa
Date Posted: 07/07/2007
Views: 71
This German Naval Gun was captured by the 1st SA Mounted Brigade and the 2nd SA Infantry Brigade at Kahe, East Africa on the 21st March 1916.
What type of artillery is this?: 4' Cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Government building
What military of the world used this device?: RSA
Date artillery was in use: 03/21/1916
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: yes
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
Yes, there are two:
Union Buildings by Cache-fan; and Sir Herbert Baker by Danie Viljoen
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
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