National Historical Park · Guam, United States
War in the Pacific National Historical Park
War in the Pacific National Historical Park is a national historical park in Guam, United States, covering 2,030 acres (822 ha), established in 1978.
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Park facts
| Park type | National Historical Park |
|---|---|
| Location | Guam, United States |
| Area | 2,030 acres (822 ha) |
| Established | 1978 |
| Coordinates | 13.3000° N, 144.6670° E |
| Managed by | National Park Service |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
About War in the Pacific National Historical Park
The War in the Pacific National Historical Park is a multi-unit protected area in the United States territory of Guam, which was established in 1978 in honor of those who participated in the Pacific Theater of World War II. Uniquely among the National Park System, it honors the bravery and sacrifices of all those who participated in the Pacific Theater. During World War II, Guam was captured by the Japanese forces in 1941, occupied for four years, and liberated by the Americans in 1944. The park includes former battlefields, gun emplacements, trenches, caves, and historic structures.
Description from the park's Wikipedia article (CC BY-SA), linked in the sources below.
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Airports near this park
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- Antonio B. Won Pat International Airport (GUM) · Hagåtña, Guam · 15.5 miles away
- Rota International Airport (ROP) · Rota Island, Northern Mariana Islands · 71.6 miles away
Parks nearby
Ogasawara National Park
Mamberamo Foja National Park
Teluk Cenderawasih National Park
Lorentz National Park
MacArthur Landing Memorial National Park
Kuapnit Balinsasayao National Park
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Frequently asked questions
Where is War in the Pacific National Historical Park?
War in the Pacific National Historical Park is in Guam, United States (13.3000° N, 144.6670° E).
When was War in the Pacific National Historical Park established?
War in the Pacific National Historical Park was established in 1978, per the source listed at the foot of this page.
How big is War in the Pacific National Historical Park?
War in the Pacific National Historical Park covers 2,030 acres (822 ha).
Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_the_United_States_National_Park_System_official_units — Wikipedia list of National Park System official units — unit name, state, official designation.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_areas_in_the_United_States_National_Park_System — Wikipedia list of National Park System areas — year established and gross area.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/War_in_the_Pacific_National_Historical_Park — Wikipedia article — description (CC BY-SA).
- https://www.nps.gov/wapa/ — Official park page.