25-Pounder Field Gun/Howitzers
Front Gate
Canadian Forces Base Petawawa, Ontario

This British-designed Howitzer is one of the world's classic artillery pieces. The 1.8 ton piece was issued early in the Second World War as a replacement for the earlier 18-pounder of First World War vintage. During its service, in addition to barrage, the gun was used in an anti-tank role and as a self-propelled unit. The crew of one Non-Commissioned Officer and five men could fire four rounds per minute and the piece would hurl a shell up to 13,400 yards.

The 25-Pounder Field Gun/Howitzer was used by the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery in both World War Two and Korea.

These guns are mounted at the front entrance to Canadian Forces Base Petawawa, Ontario.

They are both designated with the "43" tactical sign. The right hand gun is marked as "AB", the second gun in the first troop and is shown as belonging to the second battery.

The gun on the left is also designated with the "43" tactical sign. Its gun, troop and battery designator has been removed.

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Photos and text provided by LCol L. Jensen