World War II Harbor Defense Lantern Tour

Gateway National Recreation Area

  • May 17, 2019 at 6:30 PM
  • Free

Volunteer living historians from the Army Ground Forces Association (AGFA) will be
in uniform as World War II era coast artillery soldiers and will take you for a walk
that includes several Harbor Defense gun batteries of Fort Hancock, portions of the
Sandy Hook Proving Ground and highlighting Battery Gunnison/New Peck. Bring a
flashlight and wear sturdy shoes.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Sandy Hook, NJ Fort Hancock Museum

Schedule

Date:

May 17, 2019

Time:

6:30 PM

Duration:

3 hours

Event Type

  • Guided Tour
  • Partner Program
Tags: gateway national recreation area, sandy hook , harbor defense, lantern hike