3 inch naval gun at Kitsap County Fairgrounds
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mnerv
N 47° 37.946 W 122° 39.876
10T E 525196 N 5275502
3 inch naval gun on dual purpose mount.
Waymark Code: WM140ZP
Location: Washington, United States
Date Posted: 03/25/2021
Views: 10
The 3 inch naval gun was a common gun on US Navy warships and support vessels. Larger than 40mm bofors but able to be mounted in more places than larger 5 inch naval guns. Was used on submarines in WWII and called a deck gun. Dual Purpose mount allowed use against surface targets and aircraft. There are no plaques saying which ship this gun was removed from for this display.
What type of artillery is this?: 3inch naval gun dual purpose.
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: United States and western allied forces.
Artillery is no longer operational: no
Still may work: no
Date artillery was in use: Not listed
Date artillery was placed on display: 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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