Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial - California

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Photo of Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial courtesy NPS

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED TO VISIT THIS SITE (925) 838-0249.

"Reflections: 60th Anniversary of the Port Chicago Explosion" on Saturday, July 17, 2004.

Port Chicago Naval Magazine was dedicated as a National Memorial to honor the courage and commitment of the Sailors, Marines, Coast Guardsmen, Merchant Mariners, and working civilians killed and injured in the largest homeland disaster during World War II. On July 17, 1944, 320 men, over 200 of which were African-Americans, were instantly killed when a loaded munition ship blew up during loading operations. The Memorial recognizes the critical role they and the survivors of the explosion played in winning the war in the Pacific. Port Chicago National Memorial was dedicated in 1994 by the survivors of that tragic event and their families, Naval personnel, and National Park Service. The explosion and its aftermath was a catalyst, one of many, that helped persuade the U.S. Navy and the military establishment to begin the long journey on the road to racial justice and equality following WWII.

Facilities available at Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial:

Port Chicago Naval Magazine National Memorial website
Recreation Area Map
Park Email: poch_interpretation@nps.gov

Phone numbers
Headquarters 925-838-0249

Address
National Park Service
P.O. Box 280
Danville, CA 94526