Tower Hamlets in Greater London, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
Iron 13-inch Mortar and Bed
Photographed By Michael Herrick, April 27, 2018
1. Iron 13-inch Mortar and Bed Marker
Cast in one with its base, probably intended for sea service or coast defence.
Spanish or French, mid 18th century, and initialled GS. Possibly cast at the Saint Gervais foundry, France
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Military.
Location. 51° 30.423′ N, 0° 4.519′ W. Marker is in Tower Hamlets, England, in Greater London. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Tower Hill and Trinity Square, on the left when traveling west. Located on the walkway along the River Thames. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Tower Hamlets, England EC3N 4DJ, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Iron 13-inch Mortar (here, next to this marker); History beneath your feet (a few steps from this marker); Cast iron 12-pounder Gun (within shouting distance of this marker); Bronze 6-pounder Gun and Carriage (within shouting distance of this marker); Iron 36-pounder Howitzer and Carriage (within shouting distance of this marker); Bronze Gun (within shouting distance of this marker); Royal Logistic Corps Departure (within shouting distance of this marker); Tower Bridge (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Tower Hamlets.
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Photographed By Michael Herrick, April 27, 2018
2. Iron 13-inch Mortar and Bed Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2022. It was originally submitted on May 25, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut. This page has been viewed 144 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 25, 2018, by Michael Herrick of Southbury, Connecticut.
