Good stuff on the ARcher, RedBaron. That pretty much matches up with the small amounts I have read. The 17pounder was certainly a good gun- I've read many sources that compare it favorably to the german 88. Also, the rear-mounted gun strikes me as being a good idea- makes a quick get-away much easier...

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Seriously, all today is missing is free cotton candy and the annual Bay State Hooker Parade to make it any better.