Fort Hamilton in Brooklyn in Kings County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Spanish 24-Pounder

Photographed By Bill Coughlin, August 14, 2009

1. Spanish 24-Pounder Marker

Inscription. In 1786, when this piece was cast, it was common to give names to guns. Theodorico (“Little Theodore”) served as part of the defenses of Santiago de Cuba. Though it had been rifled to improve its range and accuracy, Theodorico was obsolete by 1898 when it became a trophy of the war with Spain.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War, Spanish-American. A significant historical year for this entry is 1786.

Location. 40° 36.571′ N, 74° 1.971′ W. Marker is in Brooklyn, New York, in Kings County. It is in Fort Hamilton. Marker is on Sterling Drive, on the left when traveling south. Marker is on the grounds of Fort Hamilton, in front of the country club. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Brooklyn NY 11218, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. On July 4, 1776 (within shouting distance of this marker); Fort Hamilton (within shouting distance of this marker); Fort Hamilton Officers’ Club (within shouting distance of this marker); June 1975 (within shouting distance of this marker); 13-inch Seacoast Mortar, Pattern 1861 (within shouting distance of this marker); M1857 12 Pounder Napoleon (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Caponier

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(about 300 feet away); 12-Pounder “Napoleons”, Model of 1857 (Reproductions) (about 500 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Brooklyn.

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Photographed By Bill Coughlin, August 14, 2009

2. Spanish 24-Pounder

The Fort Hamilton Country Club can be seen in the background of this photo.

Credits. This page was last revised on January 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 15, 2009, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey. This page has been viewed 1,172 times since then and 25 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 15, 2009, by Bill Coughlin of Woodland Park, New Jersey.