History and culture of alameda, ca including the beginnings of the park street commercial district with before and after photos. Come join us on may 2, of 2020 saturday for our next swap meet. Naval air station nas alameda prior to its redevelopment as a mixeduse project area. The runways of the former alameda naval air station appear just peeking into the top of a photograph taken from outer space by international space station commander scott kelly on super bowl sunday. Once a bustling military air strip with two fully functioning runways, the naval air station in alameda, california is know known more for its help in busting myths than its help in busting bunkers. Within the station s four square miles are a major airfield, deep water port, aircraft and ship maintenance facilities, 1,5 units of family housing and barrackstype housing. The 56year history of the alameda naval air station from 1940 to 1997 was a major military presence in the san francisco bay area. Government, and construction for a naval air station quickly followed. Photos from alameda naval air station nimitz field kngz.
One noteworthy document was the draft work plan for the. Provide the public with opportunities to learn, share and experience the history of naval air station. California military history coast guard island source. The alameda naval air station was created just in time for world war ii.
The air station had 45,000 personnel at its peak in 1945 when the city of alameda had only 25,000 residents. Armed forces temporarily took over oakland airport and opened naval air station oakland. By 1936, however, the city of alameda ceded the airdrome site to the u. When the station closed in 1997 the total area was 2,527 acres or onethird of the island of alameda. The base covered onethird of the island of alameda.
History of alameda naval air station alameda naval air museum. Alameda naval air station local and regional history books. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. In 1927, an airport site dubbed airdrome and used by pan american world airways was built on alamedas west end. It was on the west end of alameda island and the eastern shore of san francisco bay. A4 skyhawk line at naval aviation depot rework facility alameda, ca. United states navy patrol squadrons naval air station, alameda benton field source. Once a bustling military air strip with two fully functioning runways, the naval air station in alameda, california is know known more for its help in.
Our museum in alameda, california is home to a unique collection of artifacts and exhibits emphasizing the role of the alameda naval air station in the defense of our nation and as an integral part of the local community for over 50 years. About the alameda naval air museum alameda naval air museum. Overview the naval air station nas was identified for closure in 1992, and officially listed in 1993. Alameda point is bordered on the north by the oakland inner harbor or estuary, on the west and south by san. The 56year history of the alameda naval air station from 1940 to 1997 was a.
Naval air station alameda restoration advisory board. Alameda naval air station development finally set to take off. Records of naval districts and shore establishments. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. After the war, airlines slowly returned to oakland. Naval air station alameda alameda, california atlas. Genealogy trails history group camp barrett source. Discover naval air station alameda in alameda, california. A base reuse advisory group, consisting of bay area officials and residents, put together a community base reuse plan, which established a framework for future development with the primary focus on replacing the 16,000 lost jobs. Coast guard air station, humboldt baynaas arcata circa 1943 national archives history i by m. Historic california posts, camps, stations and airfields naval auxiliary air station, vernalis naval auxiliary air facility, vernalis. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Since alamedas naval air station closed nearly 20 years ago, the city has been eager to redevelop the concrete desert left behind. California military history naval air station, oakland naval reserve air base, oakland.
Mar 01, 2019 was a drilling reserve with va304 in 1977 at the time i was with va304 the squadron had a7b corsairs. Treasure island cleanup exposes navys mishandling of its nuclear center for investigative reportingfeb 25, 2014 we found radiation, contaminated materials, in playgrounds and in areas that had at the former alameda naval air station in the east bay, plans cesium7 is a radioactive byproduct of nuclear fission that is easily. Alameda naval air museum alameda, california history. Historic california posts, camps, stations and airfields naval auxiliary air station, arcata landing aids experiment station, arcata. Cultural resources services for former alameda naval air station, alameda. Dec 01, 2011 it looks like a military antique store where nothing is for sale. Naval air station alameda nas alameda was a united states navy naval air station in alameda, california, on san francisco bay nas alameda had two runways. The cd comes in a plastic sleeve with a custom label. Western airlines began flights in 1946, and was followed by.
The 10 best restaurants near alameda naval air museum in ca. Naval air station alameda nas alameda was a united states navy naval air station in alameda, california, on san francisco bay. Then i came back to nas alameda and was attached to navaires from 12894 to 4494 this was during the time alameda was on the brac list to shut down and then navaires move to nas moffett field navaires santa clara i was unhappy when nas alameda was shut down due to the brac, but i had. Former naval air station alameda united states navy. Alameda naval air station images of america by william t. Jul 03, 2017 naval auxiliary air station, vernalis naval auxiliary air facility, vernalis. It was commissioned on november 1, 1940 and commanded by captain frank mccrary. Photos from alameda naval air station nimitz field.
Vernalis geophysics annex naval auxiliary air station, vernalis by m. Record group 181 17841996 overview of records locations table of contents 181. Without a doubt absolutely the best duty station i had during my naval carreer. California military history downey, camp, alameda county, ca returns from u. The 10 best restaurants near alameda naval air museum in. Final landing for naval air station military historys last. The naval air station nas alameda, now commonly referred to as alameda point, is a site consisting of 2,807 acres of land including submerged acreage situated immediately southwest of the central business district of oakland and located in the city of alameda. Two helicopter pads and a control tower were also part of the facilities. Remains of naval air station alameda in alameda, ca. The former naval air station nas alameda is located in the city of alameda, california and is now commonly referred to as alameda point. We are open on suspended temporarily and by appointment. Naval base san diego, which locals refer to as 32nd street naval station, is the second largest surface ship base of the united states navy and is located in san diego, california. As one of the largest and most important naval air stations in the united states, with a population of 45,000, it occupied 300 buildings to service squadrons and carrier air groups. Unfortunately its a museum trying to tell us a story.
Naval aviation air station alameda wwii memory cruise book. And quite a story it has to tellfrom before the navy arrived in alameda to when they left, and the wars and military missions the naval air station was a part of. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. Jun 30, 2015 naval air station land handed to alameda navy turns alameda air station over to city the final development is expected to include 1,425 units of housing and more than 5.
The air station had 300 buildings and 30 miles of roads. Humphreys distributed the list of documents and correspondence received during june and july 2007. Jul 05, 2010 the 56year history of the alameda naval air station from 1940 to 1997 was a major military presence in the san francisco bay area. It was transformed into an airlift base for military flights to the pacific islands, ordering all scheduled service to move to san francisco international airport. In the lower left corner the uss hornet cv 12 museum is visible among other us navy sealift ships. A present day superfund site, and location of the uss hornet museum, a museum ship. Final landing for naval air station military historys. History of alameda naval air station alameda naval air. The last major industrial facility to comply with water pollution control requirements in the san francisco bay area, virtually all the hazardous waste generated by the navy at this facility. Licensed to youtube by sme on behalf of columbialegacy. Read this book and over 1 million others with a kindle unlimited membership. Alameda point is bordered on the north by the oakland inner harbor or estuary, on the west and south by san francisco bay and the.
A pilot landed his american champion scout singleengine aircraft on runway 31 of the longclosed alameda naval air station on tuesday morning. Back to domestic index go to forgien index section constructed by sgt. The alameda naval air station has a remarkable history. Hm15 sea dragon conducts mine countermeasures operations in san francisco bay 1 september 1990. The plane was in the business of hauling a banner like the ones typically seen at sporting events. The alameda naval air station, located in alameda, ca, acts as a center of military command for u. Comment by stephen allen king on march 1, 2019 at 12. The military base houses personnel, conducts training operations for active duty and reservist forces, stores equipment, and supports military operations.
A decommissioned naval base now rents itself out for people who want to blow stuff up. Theres a china clipper exhibit, a jimmy doollittle display and thousands of pieces of memoribilia, uniforms, model ships and planes. Please use the upload option for uploading airport images only. Alameda naval air museum nas alameda alameda point. The alameda point naval air station 19391997 occuppied 2,700 acreas of shoreline, and filled tidelands on the west end of the island city of alameda. Us carriers at alameda 1974 colour naval air station. Naval air station alameda, california press release navy officials admit to violating safety and health laws at former naval air station alameda, california. Each page has been placed on a cd for years of enjoyable computer viewing. Navy naval air station located in alameda, alameda county, california.
You would be purchasing an exact copy of the naval air station alameda memory book during world war ii. Aerial view of the former naval air station alameda which was closed on april 25, 1997. Naval air station land handed to alameda navy turns alameda air station over to city the final development is expected to include 1,425 units of housing and more than 5. Situated immediately southwest of the central business district of oakland, alameda point is bordered on the north by the oakland inner harbor, on the west and south by the san francisco bay, and on the east.
Its jam packed with the history of the naval air station which was open from 1940 to 1997. Dredging operations began in 1938 and the air station grew almost overnight. Alameda naval air station development finally set to take. Register of historic places nrhp andor the california register of historical. Mar 01, 2019 you need to be a member of naval air station alameda to add comments. It was one of the largest, most complete naval air stations in the world. Retired alameda marine barracks section opened on 82299 not affiliated with the marine corps, navy or any other us government agency. Our museum features archival materials, photographs and stories of the war workers of world war ii up to the eventual closing of the base in 1997. In late 1942, the navy started work on two auxiliary stations in the san joaquin valley near the small and isolated communities of vernalis and crows landing. Comment by wayne shipman on september 28, 2011 at 2. The alameda naval air museum is commemorating the 74th anniversary of the doolittle raiders with a history walk, lecture and lunch on saturday, april 2. Naval air station alameda alameda, california atlas obscura. In 1927, an airport site dubbed airdrome and used by pan american world airways was built on alameda s west end. You need to be a member of naval air station alameda to add comments.
Alameda naval air station sponsored by small plane makes emergency landing on alameda airstrip the cessna 172 landed safely on a runway at the former naval air station alameda. May 8, 2016 us carriers at alameda 1974 colour naval air station alameda wikipedia, the free encyclopedia stay safe and healthy. Restaurants near alameda naval air museum, alameda on tripadvisor. We are continully working to preserve the history of nas alameda and her aviation predecessors at alameda point, and you can help by sharing information. Our museum is home to a unique collection of artifacts and exhibits emphasizing the role of the alameda naval air station in the defense of our nation and as an integral part of the local community for over 50 years. Under secretary of the navy responds to independent federal inquiry in a 7 september 1999 letter to the office of special counsel, secretary hultin has. Alameda naval air museum alameda, ca is home to a unique collection of artifacts and exhibits emphasizing the role of the alameda naval air station. The large overhaul and repair facility operated from 1941 through the jet age, and. Two helicopter pads and a control tower were also part of the facilities history. Within the stations four square miles are a major airfield, deepwater port, aircraft and ship maintenance facilities, 1,5 units of family housing and barrackstype housing.
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