Chatham Artillery

"Washington Guns"

These bronze cannon were presented to the Chatham Artillery by President Washington after his visit to Savannah in 1791. Of English and French make, respectively, they are excellent examples of the art of ordnance manufacture in the 18th century.

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Chatham Artillery

"Washington Guns"

These cannon, which were captured when Lord Cornwallis surrendered at Yorktown in the American Revolution, were a gift to the Chatham Artillery by President George Washington - a mark of his appreciation for the part the local military company ...

The Chatham Artillery

1786

On thefront,south side is inscribed:

Dedicate May 4, 1986

To honor the members of the

Chatham Artillery

Servants of God, Country,

State and Community

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Soldiers in War

Patriots in Peace

On the east side is inscribed:

Chatham History 1786-1886

Organized May 1, 1786. Captain Edward Lloyd, former Sergeant Major at ...