Naval Operating Base Dutch Harbor & Fort Mears, Unalaska Valley Cantonment Cabana Colony, Unalaska, Aleutian Islands, AK
Summary
Significance: This training area was established in preparation for the invasion of Kiska. 1,000 casuals were trained here in techniques to combat Aleutian terrain and climate. They formed a composite regiment that served as a floating reserve during the invasion. After the conclusion of the Aleutian campaign, the camp was abandoned.
Survey number: HABS AK-34-II
Building/structure dates: 1943 Initial Construction
National Register of Historic Places NRIS Number: 85002733
Tags
Date
1950 - 1970
Contributors
Historic American Buildings Survey, creator
Office of the Quartermaster General
Jandoli, Liz, transmitter
Location
alaska, 52.09681, -173.50056
Source
Library of Congress
Copyright info
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