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The War in the Pacific National Historical Park is a 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.

War in the Pacific National Historical Park, a former battlefield, honors World War II soldiers and lures visitors with island beaches. While the park is known for its historical resources, the warm climate, sandy beaches, and turquoise waters beckon visitors and residents to enjoy the island's natural resources.

Seven units comprise War in the Pacific National Historical Park: Asan Beach Unit, Asan Beach Inland (including Asan Bay Overlook), Fonte Plateau Unit, Mt. Tenjo Unit, Piti Guns Unit, Agat Unit (including Apaca Point and Ga'an Point), and Mt. Alifan Unit. Also, the park facilities include the T. Stell Newman Visitor Center, Administrative Offices in Hagatna, and a Maintenance Facility in Asan.

The Pacific Theater of World War II involved one-third of the earth's surface but only 1/145th of its total land mass. It involved vast distances and new strategy, tactics, equipment, and weapons of war. Moreover, it involved not just Japan and the United States but Great Britain, Australia, New Zealand, the Netherlands, Canada, China, France, and the Soviet Union as well. Caught in the middle were the people of the Pacific islands, upon whose homelands and in whose waters the battles were fought. Park visitors have the opportunity to learn about the events that lead to the outbreak of the Pacific War, the Battle of Guam and the role the Mariana Islands played in helping to end World War II (1941-1945).

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Park Size: 2,037 acres (8.24 km2)

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Last updated: March 8, 2017

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Mailing Address:

135 Murray Blvd.
Ste. 100

Hagatna, GU 96910

Phone:

(671) 333 4050

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