This memorial, a 25-pounder field gun, was one of the types of artillery used by the Canadian Army during the Second World War. It was donated to the city of White Rock and unveiled in 1972.
White Rock, British Columbia
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THE 25 POUNDER
This British-made Howitzer is one of the world's classic artillery pieces and is one of the only two in British Columbia, being presented to White Rock and placed on this site in 1972.
The 1.8 ton piece was issued early in the Second World War as a replacement for the earlier 18-pounder of First World War vintage. During its service, in addition to barrage, the gun was used in an anti-tank role and as a self-propelled unit. The crew of one Non-Commissioned Officer and five men could fire four rounds per minute and the piece would hurl a shell up to 13,400 yards.
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White Rock Memorial Field Gun
15322 Buena Vista Avenue
White Rock
British Columbia
White Rock Memorial Field Gun
15322 Buena Vista Avenue
White Rock
British Columbia
GPS Coordinates
Lat. 49.023595
Long. -122.7987826
Lat. 49.023595
Long. -122.7987826
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