Picatinny Arsenal in Dover in Morris County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Civil War Cannons
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 1, 2018
1. Civil War Cannons Marker
These two Model 1841 6-Pounder field cannons were used by United States artillery until 1868. They weigh 800 pounds, fired a shot (projectile) with a weight of 6.1 pounds, and had a range of 1,500 yards. This smoothbore gun was the most common army field piece during the Mexican-American War and at the beginning of the Civil War.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: War, Mexican-American • War, US Civil.
Location. 40° 56.426′ N, 74° 33.892′ W. Marker is in Dover, New Jersey, in Morris County. It is in Picatinny Arsenal. Marker is at the intersection of Farley Lane and Parker Road, on the right when traveling west on Farley Lane. Marker is on the grounds of the Picatinny Arsenal. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Dover NJ 07801, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Historical Exhibit (a few steps from this marker); Middle Forge (within shouting distance of this marker); Administration and Research Historic District (within shouting distance of this marker); M153 - Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station (within shouting distance of this marker); M1A1 Pack Howitzer (within shouting distance of this marker); M119 Howitzer
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Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 1, 2018
2. Civil War Cannons Marker
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 1, 2018
3. Marker at Picatinny Arsenal
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 1, 2018
4. Civil War Cannons
Credits. This page was last revised on November 25, 2020. It was originally submitted on July 1, 2018, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 220 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on July 1, 2018, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
