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. 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. The 56year history of the alameda naval air station from 1940 to 1997 was a major military presence. Retired alameda marine barracks section opened on 82299 not affiliated with the marine corps, navy or any other us government agency. Former naval air station alameda united states navy. Uncovering the secret identity of rosie the riveter history. A4 skyhawk line at naval aviation depot rework facility alameda, ca. In 1927, an airport site dubbed airdrome and used by pan american world airways was built on alamedas west end. Naval air station 29 honolulu 1945 history of barbers point naval air station. Within the stations 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 air station had 45,000 personnel at its peak in 1945 when the city of alameda had only 25,000 residents. 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. Alameda made its mark as a navy city when the alameda naval air station nas alameda officially opened its doors in november 1940. K109619 naval air station nas, alameda, ca download image. Comment by stephen allen king on march 1, 2019 at 12. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids. Hm15 sea dragon conducts mine countermeasures operations in san francisco bay 1 september 1990.
A present day superfund site, and location of the uss hornet museum, a museum ship. History of alameda naval air station alameda naval air. Alameda naval air station development finally set to take off. The carrier also received repairs to her flight elevators and had her boilers refurbished, in addition to. Filled with rare archival images, this book examines the history of alameda naval air station which, located on san francisco bay, was one of the largest and most important naval air stations, with a population of 45,000 and 300 buildings to service squadrons and carrier air groups from its 1940 formation through its 1997 closure. In 1927, an airport site dubbed airdrome and used by pan american world airways was built on alameda s west end. Provide the public with opportunities to learn, share and experience the history of naval air station alameda and early aviation at alameda point. Historic california posts, camps, stations and airfields naval auxiliary air station, vernalis naval auxiliary air facility, vernalis. A pilot landed his american champion scout singleengine aircraft on runway 31 of the longclosed alameda naval. Read this book and over 1 million others with a kindle unlimited membership. You need to be a member of naval air station alameda to add comments. World war ii book rare find bring the memory book to life with this multimedia presentation. It was one of the largest, most complete naval air stations in the world. Naval air station alameda alameda, california airport.
The base covered onethird of the island of alameda. Mar 01, 2019 you need to be a member of naval air station alameda to add comments. 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. Final landing for naval air station military historys last. Government, and construction for a naval air station quickly followed. Sep, 2016 this is a great book on the background and history of naval air station, alameda. The large overhaul and repair facility operated from 1941 through the jet age, and. Record group 181 17841996 overview of records locations table of contents 181. Jun 30, 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.
Mar 26, 2020 naomi parker fraley, the inspiration behind rosie the riveter, died in january 2018. The alameda naval air station, located in alameda, ca, acts as a center of military command for u. Alameda naval air station images of america series by. Alameda naval air station local and regional history books. The fantastic photographs and explanations of these photographs are worth more than the price of this book. Marine barracks alameda naval air station, california photos after closing. Naomi parker fraley, the inspiration behind rosie the riveter, died in january 2018. Naval air station alameda alameda, california atlas. 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. Alameda naval air station in alameda ca san francisco bay, san diego.
Above the pacific by lieutenant colonel william joseph horvat 1966. A pilot landed his american champion scout singleengine aircraft on runway 31 of the longclosed alameda naval air station on tuesday morning. This may be the same book or another book on vp 81. Records of naval operating forces national archives. In 1942, 20yearold naomi parker was working in a machine shop at the naval air station in alameda, california. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Alameda naval air station images of america by william t. February 5, 2019 lots of history there, i was employed there from 1981 until it closed in 1996 stayed on for a little less than a year for base cleanup then, finished up my career at beal afb. The former naval air station alameda nas is the geographic center of the san francisco bay area and occupies the western onethird of the island of alameda. This naval airfield operated for the next 56 years until its closure in 1997, and is now a tourist spot where its main attraction is the aircraft carrier uss hornet or, occasionally, a film shooting location. Provide the public with opportunities to learn, share and experience the history of naval air station alameda and early aviation at. Nexcom claims ownership in its trademarks regardless of the format in which they appear on this website and related pages or links. Navy naval air station located in alameda, alameda county, california.
Larkins alameda naval air station images of america paperback on. May 8, 2016 us carriers at alameda 1974 colour naval air station alameda wikipedia, the free encyclopedia stay safe and healthy. Alameda naval air station by william t larkins hardcover. This is a great book on the background and history of naval air station, alameda. Hawaii aviation 1945 history of barbers point naval air station. About the alameda naval air museum alameda naval air museum. Alameda point is bordered on the north by the oakland inner harbor or estuary, on the west and south by san. By 1936, however, the city of alameda ceded the airdrome site to the u. The city council voted wednesday to approve an exclusive agreement with alameda point partners to negotiate a deal to develop a 68acre waterfront town center at the former naval air station, despite opposition from residents who think the lame duck council should wait and let the new council decide. 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. Oriskany returned to naval air station alameda on 31 january 1968, and entered san francisco bay naval shipyard on 7 february for an eightmonth overhaul to have new electrical generators, air conditioning and water distillers installed. The 56year history of the alameda naval air station from 1940 to 1997 was a major military presence in the san francisco bay area. Naval air station alameda nas alameda was a united states navy naval air station in.
It was commissioned on november 1, 1940 and commanded by captain frank mccrary. 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. Vernalis geophysics annex naval auxiliary air station, vernalis by m. Alameda naval air station development finally set to take. 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.
It was the first, and largest, phase of land transfer to the city since the naval air station closed in 1997. You would be purchasing the naval air station alameda memory book during world war ii. History and culture of alameda, ca including the beginnings of the park. The city of alameda took title to about 1,400 acres of land and water from the navy on june 4, 20. 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. Cultural resources services for former alameda naval air station, alameda. Alameda naval air station images of america used book in good condition navy day. See more ideas about alameda california, cargo transport and western coast. Come join us on may 2, of 2020 saturday for our next swap meet. The large overhaul and repair facility operated from 1941. 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.
The museum volunteers host many visits of school children and other local and national groups so they can learn about naval aviation history and the valuable contributions made by the. Two helicopter pads and a control tower were also part of the facilities. Three carriers and two aors docked at the air station, 10 july 1975. Naval air station alameda alameda, california atlas obscura. History of alameda naval air station alameda naval air museum. Naval aviation air station alemeda wwii book on cd ebay. In 12 years, she worked her way up to become the manager of cost reduction.
Jun 30, 2015 in alameda, it has taken 18 years for city officials to come up with a plan for the 878acre former naval air station that stuck and only after two previous attempts had failed. The military base houses personnel, conducts training operations for active duty and reservist forces, stores equipment, and supports military operations. It was on the west end of alameda island and the eastern shore of san francisco bay. Alameda fire department members of the alameda fire department responded to the report of a singleengine aircraft landing at alameda point. Register of historic places nrhp andor the california register of historical. Records of naval districts and shore establishments. Hotels near alameda naval air museum, alameda on tripadvisor. Naval air station alameda nas alameda was a united states navy naval air station in alameda, california, on san francisco bay.
In alameda, it has taken 18 years for city officials to come up with a plan for the 878acre former naval air station that stuck and only. Oct 09, 2009 alameda naval air station time to redevelop it. The alameda naval air station has a remarkable history. Catherine went to work at the alameda naval air station at the lowest level due to lack of work experience. Alameda nas on april 25, ending 56 years of naval aviation history to the. Final landing for naval air station military historys. Us carriers at alameda 1974 colour naval air station. In 1946 when i was 6 years old, my family moved from northern california to alameda.