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Junction City, Kansas: Atomic Cannon

The Atomic Cannon was built to fire a nuclear shell far enough to vaporize an enemy without vaporizing itself.

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Atomic Cannon.

Atomic Cannon

The Atomic Cannon. While the cannon is still in decent shape, the weeds have overtaken the entire site and detracted from the cannon's viewing.

[Gary Griffin, 07/29/2010]

... where is the Atomic Cannon lawn service?

Atomic Cannon

Freedom Park

Address:
Kennel Drive, Junction City, KS
Directions:
Freedom Park. Northeast of town, at I-70 exit 301, on the south side.
RA Rates:
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