Naval Base Adelaide, Military naval facility in Port Adelaide, Australia
Naval Base Adelaide extends across multiple facilities in Port Adelaide, supporting naval operations with administrative buildings, training centers, and equipment storage spaces.
The United States Navy established this base in 1942 as a strategic southern port following the bombing of Darwin during World War II.
The naval base maintains strong connections with local communities through educational programs and public events that showcase maritime military operations.
The facility coordinates maritime traffic and naval activities along the southern Australian coast while providing essential support services for military personnel.
During World War II, the base processed over 150 military convoys, including the notable CO.1 convoy that departed with British merchant vessels in June 1942.
Location: South Australia
GPS coordinates: -34.83900,138.50500
Latest update: November 3, 2025 14:35
Fearless
472 m
Birkenhead Bridge
523 m
Tom 'Diver' Derrick Bridge
183 m
South Australian Maritime Museum
476 m
Port Adelaide Lighthouse
394 m
Garlandstone
450 m
Hart's Mill
834 m
Mary MacKillop Bridge
193 m
Work of art, sculpture
254 m
Clipper Ship City of Adelaide
360 m
Black Diamond Arts Centre
552 m
Red Kangaroos
513 m
Heavy & Haul
447 m
Statue, Work of art
584 m
Black Diamond Roundabout
465 m
Scenic viewpoint
202 m
Memorial
738 m
Jackalope
545 m
Former National Bank of Australiasia
452 m
Divett Chambers
443 m
Old Coach House
543 m
H. Muecke & Co. Warehouse
359 m
Australian Merchant Navy
337 m
Australian Merchant Seamen
337 m
Memorial
601 m
Monument
147 m
Memorial, commemorative plaque
547 m
Former Warehouse
501 mReviews
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