Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial
Overview
Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial is managed by National Park Service and is located near Concord, California. On July 17, 1944, a massive explosion jolted the San Francisco East Bay area, shattering windows and lighting up the night sky. At Port Chicago Naval Magazine, 320 men were killed instantly when two ships loading ammunition for Pacific troops exploded. It was WWII's worst home front disaster.
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Getting There
The Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial is on an active military base, so it is only accessible by reservation. The shuttle picks up visitors with reservations at the John Muir National Historic Site. Please know that all visitors for the memorial must have a reservation. Please visit our website for information on how to obtain reservations.
GPS Coordinates: 38.05685500000000, -122.03016000000000
Contact & Resources
Phone: (925) 228-8860
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