Lower Ninth Ward in New Orleans in Orleans Parish, Louisiana — The American South (West South Central)
M4A3 "Sherman Tank"
United States
| | 1942-1943 | |
Photographed by Cajun Scrambler, September 11, 2020
1. M4A3 "Sherman Tank" Marker
Type: Medium Tank
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Weight: 66,800 lbs. (33.4 tons)
Armament: 75mm gun, .30mm Coaxial Machine Gun, .30 caliber Machine Gun (operated by an assistant driver), .50 caliber Exterior Machine Gun (operated by commander)
Engine: Ford GAA, V8, 450 hp
Max Sped: 26 mph Cruising Range: 100-120 miles
Crew: 5 - Driver, Assistant Driver, Gunner, Loader and Commander
Production Date: June, 1943
The Sherman was the U.S. Army's standard medium tank during World War II and
Korea. Over 49,000 Sherman Tanks were produced. This M4A3 was upgraded after the
war with the E9 suspension intended to reduce ground pressure and improve floatation. It
probably served as a training tank during WW2, and then with the 773rd Tank Battalion
of the Louisiana National Guard unit in the 1950s.
SN: 3054426; Object ID# 666351
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Military • Roads & Vehicles.
Location. 29° 57.56′ N, 90° 0.366′ W. Marker is in New Orleans, Louisiana, in Orleans Parish. It is in the Lower Ninth Ward. It can be reached from Chenault Boulevard
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Regionally, this marker is in Louisiana’s River Parishes. It is also in the American South, specifically in the Deep South, on the Gulf Coast, and in the Great River Road Region. Globally, it is in North America, a Gulf of Mexico state, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once New Spain, the Viceroyalty of New France, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, the Louisiana Purchase, one of the Confederate States of America, and the Antebellum South.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: M161A "Half Track" (a few steps from this marker); M59 Armored Personnel Carrier (a few steps from this marker); M20 Scout Car "Greyhound" (a few steps from this marker); M42A1 "Duster" (within shouting distance of this marker); M19A1 "Duster" (within shouting distance of this marker); M47 "Patton" Tank
Photographed by Cajun Scrambler, September 11, 2020
2. M4A3 "Sherman Tank" Marker
More about this marker. Located on the grounds of the Louisiana National Guard, Jackson Barracks base. The Ansel M. Stroud Jr. Military History & Weapons Museum is located on site. Museum is opened M-Sat 10-4. Highly recommend checking before a visit to make sure base/museum is opened and accessible to civilians, as it is an active military base.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 12, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 13, 2020, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana. This page has been viewed 215 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 13, 2020, by Cajun Scrambler of Assumption, Louisiana.
