This memorial is dedicated to the men and women who served Canada.
Cornwall, Ontario
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M109 Howitzer |
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Dedicated to the brave men and women who served our country |
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Weight 27.5 tons Length 30 ft (9.1 m) Width 10 ft 4 in (3.1 5m) Height 10 ft 8 in (3.25 m) Crew 6 (2 Loaders, Gunner, Assistant Gunner, Commander, Driver) |
Engine Detroit Diesel 8V71T 450 hp (335.56 KW) Operational range 216 mi (350 km) Speed 35 mph (56 km/h) |
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Caliber 155 mm L/39 caliber |
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Effective firing range conventional: 18 km (11 mi) |
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Main armament M126 155 mm Howitzer |
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M126 155 mm Howitzer |
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Secondary armament .50 caliber (12.7 mm) machine gun |
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“MAY THE GUNS STAY SILENT” |
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Visitor information
Location
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 297 M109 Memorial
415 Second Street West
Cornwall
Ontario
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 297 M109 Memorial
415 Second Street West
Cornwall
Ontario
GPS Coordinates
Lat. 45.0162356
Long. -74.7372313
Lat. 45.0162356
Long. -74.7372313
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