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Adak Army Base and Adak Naval Operating Station

Adak Station, Alaska • Aleutian Islands County

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About This Property

Source: AI GeneratedNational Historic Landmark

The Adak Army Base and Adak Naval Operating Station represent a vast World War II military installation located on Adak Island in the Aleutian Islands. It encompasses numerous structures, including barracks, hangars, and support facilities, that served as a critical staging area and airbase.

Property Information

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Category
District
Acreage
46700
Listed Date
2/27/1987
Other Names
Adak Naval Station (naval Air Station Adak)

Significance Details

Source: National Register of Historic Places
Area of Significance
Military
Periods of Significance
1925 Ad - 1949 Ad
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Level - International
No
Level - National
Yes
Level - State
No
Level - Local
No
Level - Not Indicated
No

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