World War II Facilities at Midway

The World War II Facilities at Midway include coastal batteries, gun emplacements, and three runways arranged in a triangular configuration on Eastern Island.

The facilities played a decisive role during the Battle of Midway in June 1942, when United States forces defeated four Japanese aircraft carriers.

The military installations represent American naval defense strategies in the Pacific, leading to their designation as a National Historic Landmark in 1987.

The facilities remain under the protection of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, with restricted access limited to authorized personnel and researchers.

Located at equal distance between North America and Asia, these military structures occupy two main islands: Sand Island and Eastern Island.

Location: Midway Atoll

Inception: 1941

GPS coordinates: 28.20000,-177.35000

Latest update: March 15, 2025 16:12