Canon de Marine - Collioure, France
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dtrebilc
N 42° 31.640 E 003° 05.126
31T E 507017 N 4708331
This marine Cannon stands on the esplanade in the town of Collioure pointing out to sea.
Waymark Code: WMMGNW
Location: Occitanie, France
Date Posted: 09/18/2014
Views: 6
The cannon is mounted on a wooden frame complete with wheels of the type that allowed the cannon to be manoeuvred on ship.
There is a metal plate on the frame with the following details.
CANON DE MARINE
modèle 1786 calibre 18
fabriqué par la Fonderie Royale
de Nevers en 1812
affut pour batterie de côtes
châssis mobile, modèle 1763
What type of artillery is this?: Marine Cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Other
What military of the world used this device?: French navy
Date artillery was in use: 01/01/1812
Artillery is no longer operational: no
Still may work: no
Are there any geocaches at this location?:
GC3A2NN Les Eglises Urbaines du 66 # -161- Collioure 2
GC133DY A journey through Collioure
GC2NX0N Antonio Machado (Cotlliure)
Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
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