Abandoned: Argentia Navy Base
The Argentia Backlands Trail is the perfect place for an exhilarating day of hiking and exploring
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Explore the secrets of the Argentia Navy Base
The Argentia base originally served as hub for ships and aircraft convoys crossing the Atlantic, as well as a base for coastal patrol aircraft and submarine detection. At its peak, 20,000 American servicemen were stationed at the Air Station and the services it provided would help win the Battle of the Atlantic. The US Navy continued to operate several buildings in the area until 1994 when they left completely, officially decommissioning Naval Station Argentia. During the years it was decommissioned all buildings were given to the federal government. It has since been reported that many buildings containing sensitive and "secret" equipment were demolished by the United States before giving up the land. Bring a flashlight and execise caution |
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Included on Map
Battery 281 Battery 282 "Pillbox" Lookout Stations Anti-Aircraft Mounts and Bunkers Isaac's Head Battery Isaac's Head Support Building Foundations Blackhead Battery Underground "Hospital" Magazine Area Magazine Area Magazine Area Magazines Old Power Plant Hangers and Supply Warehouse Old Garage and Maintenance Building Communications Building Water Storage (Still Used) Seaplane Base and Ramps Landing Lights Former SOSUS Site Atlantic Charter Monument Former Communications Site Argentia Management Authority Coast Guard Communications Tower Site of Husky Offshore Platform Graving Dock Fox Island Map Credit to HiddenNL.Com |
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MORE Between 1941 and 1994 the United States operated a strategic military base on a large flat piece of land that extended out into Placentia Bay. The Naval Air Base contained a three runway airfield and a dockyard and seaplane base. Neighboring the Naval Air Base was Fort McAndrew; a US Army base whose purpose was to house troops at the base and to provide protection. There was much to see on the base, older generations living in the area still reminisce about the extravagant parties thrown on the military base, along with fantastic facilities, including; bowling alleys, shops, clubs, and theatres! |