Battery Gunnison, Military coastal defense battery in Fort Hancock, US.
Battery Gunnison contains two six-inch gun emplacements positioned strategically along Sandy Hook Bay to protect the New York Harbor entrance.
Built in 1904, the battery underwent modifications in 1943 when the original disappearing guns were replaced with pedestal-mounted artillery for improved firing capabilities.
The facility stands as a representation of early 20th-century American military engineering and coastal defense strategy at the entrance of New York Harbor.
Visitors can examine the gun emplacements, ammunition storage areas, and observation points during guided tours conducted by preservation organizations.
The battery features restored concrete ammunition bridges connecting shot hoists to gun platforms, demonstrating the complex logistics of coastal artillery operations.
Location: New Jersey
Inception: 1904
GPS coordinates: 40.46000,-73.99550
Latest update: March 17, 2025 12:33
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