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Uncle Sam’s fireworks at Sandy Hook test of 59 ton gun
The Augusta Chronicle notes a government test of a 59 ton coast defense gun at Sandy Hook over ten days. The 40 foot weapon would cost 1500 per firing with 22 rounds planned. Armor target is 18 inch Krupp steel, ship side sized 400 feet, potential hazards noted by experts.
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