Picatinny Arsenal in Dover in Morris County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
M153 - Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station
(CROWS)
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 1, 2018
1. M153 - Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station Marker
The CROWS is a multivehicle externally mounted remote weapon system that allows the Gunner to remain inside the armor protected vehicle while firing a variety of crew served weapons. The CROWS provides day and night capability providing first-burst engagement of targets at maximum effective weapon range while on the move. The M153 CROWS is a force multiplier and was first deployed in Iraq in September 2008. With thousands of systems deployed, CROWS was responsible for saving countless lives during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: War, 1st Iraq & Desert Storm • War, 2nd Iraq.
Location. 40° 56.444′ N, 74° 33.886′ 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 located 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. M1A1 Pack Howitzer (a few steps from this marker); Civil War Cannons (within shouting distance of this marker); Historical Exhibit (within shouting distance of this marker); M198 Howitzer
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Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 1, 2018
2. M153 - Common Remotely Operated Weapon Station Marker
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 1, 2018
3. Marker at Picatinny Arsenal
The marker and the CROWS is seen on the right of the steps.
Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 1, 2018
4. Picatinny Arsenal
Credits. This page was last revised on November 25, 2020. It was originally submitted on July 2, 2018, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 332 times since then and 26 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on July 2, 2018, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.
