Picatinny Arsenal in Morris County, New Jersey — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Historical Exhibit

Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 1, 2018

1. Historical Exhibit Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

This exhibit was originally part of the “Saratoga Park” at Frankfort Arsenal, Phila. Pa. (see other plaque). It was moved here in 1978 shortly after the establishment of the United States Army Armament Research and Development Command at this location, and the closure of Frankford Arsenal. The cannon displayed are not the original Saratoga Cannon, but are actually Civil War cannon. The Saratogas having been moved to other military installations.
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Saratoga ParkBuilt during the command of Colonel James L. Wallace, to provide a memorial to the dedicated men and women of Frankford Arsenal and a showcase for the famous Saratoga Cannon.Dedicated 13 June 1973

Erected 1973.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Military. A significant historical date for this entry is June 13, 1973.

Location. 40° 56.426′ N, 74° 33.902′ W. Marker is in Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey, in Morris County. Marker is at the intersection of Farley Lane and Parker Road, on the right when traveling west

Saratoga Park Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 1, 2018

2. Saratoga Park Marker

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on Farley Lane. Marker is on the grounds of the Picatinny Arsenal. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Picatinny Arsenal NJ 07806, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Civil War Cannons (a few steps from this marker); Administration and Research Historic District (a few steps from this marker); Middle Forge (a few steps from 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 (within shouting distance of this marker); Lightweight 155mm Howitzer (within shouting distance of this marker); M198 Howitzer (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Picatinny Arsenal.

Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 1, 2018

3. Historical Exhibit Marker

Both markers can be seen in this photo.

Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 1, 2018

4. Saratoga Park Marker

Civil Wae Cannons image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Bill Coughlin, July 1, 2018

5. Civil Wae Cannons

Some of the cannons that are part of the Historical Exhibit can be seen here.

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 173 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on July 1, 2018, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.