Red Mound Cannon
Posted by: LSUMonica
N 35° 46.369 W 088° 23.640
16S E 373998 N 3959647
Cannon displayed at small roadside park in Parker's Crossroads, TN.
Waymark Code: WM1AY2
Location: Tennessee, United States
Date Posted: 03/19/2007
Views: 52
Static cannon display at a small roadside park for the community of Red Mound. This is where part of the Battle of Parker's Crossroads was fought during the Civil War. It is unknown if this cannon is one actually used during the battle; however cannon and artillery played a major part of this battle.
More information on the battle can be found at:
Battle of Parker's Crossroads
What type of artillery is this?: Cannon
Where is this artillery located?: Park
What military of the world used this device?: Confederate States of America
Artillery is no longer operational: yes
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
Still may work: Not Listed
Are there any geocaches at this location?: Not listed
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