Greenwich in Greater London, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
Royal Regiment of Artillery
Photographed By Michael Herrick, May 7, 2018
1. Royal Regiment of Artillery Marker
On 26 May 1716 the first two permanent companies of
Royal Artillery were formed by Royal Warrant in the Reign of George the 1st.
The two companies numbered 100 men each.
The warrant was signed on this site then known as Tower Place.
The erection of the current building was begun in 1719.
The Royal Military Academy was located here from
1741 to 1806
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Military.
Location. 51° 29.641′ N, 0° 4.131′ E. Marker is in Greenwich, England, in Greater London. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Plumstead Road and Woolwich New Road, on the right when traveling west. Located at No. 1 Street & Artillery Square in the Royal Woolwich Arsenal. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Greenwich, England SE18 6AE, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Royal Military Academy (here, next to this marker); Wellington HQ / Royal Laboratory (within shouting distance of this marker); Firepower (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); The Royal Arsenal (about 90 meters away); The Paper Cartridge Factory (about 120 meters away); Gun 2/86
this page online
Also see . . .
1. Royal Arsenal History. (Submitted on June 9, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
2. Royal Arsenal on Wikipedia. (Submitted on June 9, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.)
Photographed By Michael Herrick, May 7, 2018
2. Royal Regiment of Artillery Marker
Photographed By Michael Herrick, May 7, 2018
3. Royal Regiment of Artillery Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on June 9, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 76 times since then and 4 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on June 9, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
