Calle Golf in Colón District, Colón, Panama — Central America
Ancla
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Anchor
Photographed by James Hulse, February 5, 2023
1. Ancla / Anchor Marker
Anchor for boat found in the dredging works of the Atlantic entrance of the Canal. Anchors like this, know as "stockless" were invented in the 19th century and commonly used on United States Navy ships at the turn of the 20th century.
Erected by Agua Clara Locks Visitor Center.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Waterways & Vessels.
Location. 9° 15.883′ N, 79° 54.599′ W. Marker is in Calle Golf, Colón, in Colón District. It can be reached from Via a Centro de Visitantes de Agua Clara 3 kilometers south of Carr. Nuevo Bolívar. The marker is located on the grounds of the Agua Clara Locks Visitor Center. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Calle Golf, Colón 0301, Panama. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is on the Caribbean Sea, in North America,
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Other nearby markers. At least 2 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Vagón Francés Decauville en Forma de "V" / Decauville French Wagon in a "V" Shape (a few steps from this marker); Ejes / Axles (within shouting distance of this marker).
Photographed by James Hulse, February 5, 2023
2. Ancla / Anchor Marker
Photographed by James Hulse, February 5, 2023
3. Agua Clara Locks
Credits. This page was last revised on January 14, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 25, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas. This page has been viewed 282 times since then and 24 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on May 25, 2023, by James Hulse of Medina, Texas.
