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Alcatraz Island
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A student on Alcatraz Island.

NPS Photo by Craig Glassner

Alcatraz Island is a perfect outdoor classroom to engage students in historic inquiry.

Please visit the Golden Gate For Teachers page for complete information on NPS education programs offered on Alcatraz Island and other areas of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and Muir Woods National Monument.

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The U.S. Army Citadel on Alcatraz Island

Did You Know?
In 1859 the Post on Alcatraces (Alcatraz Island) was garrisoned by the Army as the first U.S. fort on the West Coast. At its peak there were over 110 cannons mounted on the island.
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Last Updated: December 22, 2009 at 18:39 MST