Mare Island Naval Shipyard, Naval arsenal in Vallejo, United States
Mare Island Naval Shipyard spans over 5,200 acres along the Mare Island Strait, featuring multiple dry docks and industrial facilities for ship construction and maintenance.
Established in 1854 as the first United States Navy base on the Pacific Ocean, the shipyard operated continuously for 142 years until its closure in 1996.
The shipyard grounds include Saint Peter's Chapel, constructed in 1901, which contains 29 stained glass windows created by Louis Comfort Tiffany.
The former naval facility now offers guided tours through its historic buildings, manufacturing sites, and maritime exhibits that showcase naval engineering developments.
During World War I, the shipyard set a record by constructing the destroyer USS Ward in just 17.5 days, demonstrating exceptional manufacturing capabilities.
Location: Vallejo
Industry: shipbuilding
GPS coordinates: 38.09000,-122.26333
Latest update: April 28, 2025 08:44
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