Niagara-on-the-Lake in Niagara Region, Ontario — Central Canada

Guns Gins and Devil Carts

Photographed By Dale K. Benington, July 27, 2011

1. Guns Gins and Devil Carts Marker

Inscription. Click to hear the inscription.

Garrison guns were heavy and awkward to move. To be transported, the barrel had to be taken off the carriage with the help of a tripod hoist or gun gin. The gin was equipped with a pulley system that made it possible for two men to lift the barrel. The barrel was then attached to a horse-drawn carriage known as a sling or devil cart. The gun gin was also used to hoist a barrel when the carriage had to be replaced.

Erected by Parks Canada.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: War of 1812.

Location. 43° 15.063′ N, 79° 3.723′ W. Marker is in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, in Niagara Region. Marker can be reached from Queen's Parade just south of Wellington Street. This historic marker is located on the grounds of a national historic park, inside of the reconstructed Fort George, on the grounds, near the center of the fort, along the side of one of the pathways. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 51 Queen's Parade, Niagara-on-the-Lake ON L0S 1J0, Canada. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Ubique (a few steps from this marker); Six Pounder Field Gun

Photographed By Dale K. Benington, July 27, 2011

2. Guns Gins and Devil Carts Marker

Close up view of the text on the historical marker.

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(a few steps from this marker); The Battle of Fort George (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Sir Isaac Brock's First Burial Site (about 120 meters away); Fort Niagara (about 120 meters away); A Strategic Site (about 120 meters away); a different marker also named Fort Niagara (about 120 meters away); a different marker also named A Strategic Site (about 120 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Niagara-on-the-Lake.

Photographed By Dale K. Benington, July 27, 2011

3. Guns Gins and Devil Carts Marker

View of the historical marker in the foreground of the picture, on the interior grounds of the fort, with a display of cannons in the background.

Photographed By Dale K. Benington, July 27, 2011

4. Guns Gins and Devil Carts Marker

View of the historical marker looking north along the pathway that leads to the fort's north gate.

Credits. This page was last revised on September 27, 2019. It was originally submitted on March 30, 2012, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio. This page has been viewed 533 times since then and 4 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on March 30, 2012, by Dale K. Benington of Toledo, Ohio.