Vetrans Park 155mm Howitzer
N 38° 26.246 W 105° 14.659
13S E 478677 N 4254379
Located in Vetrans Park in Canon City, Colorado
Waymark Code: WMY5Q
Location: Colorado, United States
Date Posted: 11/09/2006
Views: 44
This is 155mm Howitzer Model of 1918. Also stamped on the barrel is Schneider and Beth Steel (see pic.) There is also some other stamp marks that are near the breach (see pic). This piece of artillary could never be used again. Its rusted in areas, tires have chunks of rubber missing, parts missing, and painted numerous times.
There is a plaque at the base (see pic.).
What type of artillery is this?: 155 mm Howitzer
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: United States Army
Date artillery was placed on display: 05/30/1957
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
Still may work: no
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed
Cost?: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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