240mm/50 Modèle 1902 gun
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| 240mm/50 Modèle 1902 gun | |
|---|---|
 Secondary guns of the Danton |
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| Type | naval gun |
| Place of origin | France |
| Service history | |
| Used by | France |
| Wars | First World War, Second World War |
| Specifications | |
| Shell | separate charges and shell |
| Calibre | 240 mm |
The 240mm/50 Modèle 1902 gun was a heavy naval gun of the French Navy.
The type was used on the Danton class battleships as secondary battery, mounted in six twin turrets.
The guns were later used as coastal artillery after the ships were broken up, and served during the Second World War.
