This memorial is dedicated to the men and women who served Canada.
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 297 M109 Memorial
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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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