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  75mm Anti-Aircraft Gun Type 88 Solano
IJA

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Justin Taylan 2003
Gun History
Delivered to the Imperial Japanese Army (IJA) as 75mm Anti-Aircraft Gun Type 88 serial number unknown.

Wartime History
This gun was transported to Luzon in the Philippines. During 1945, used during the defense of Luzon on a wheeled trailer. Presumably abandoned or captured at Solano or in the vicinity.

Display
This gun is displayed with the barrel at a 45 degree angle on a trailer in the center of Solano at the crossroads.

Justin Taylan adds:
"In December 2003, the gun was painted silver and the trailer unpainted."

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Last Updated
April 12, 2025

 

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