Virtual Globetrotting: Military - Misc http://virtualglobetrotting.com/ A great way to explore everything that can be seen from space! en-us Copyright 2009 admin@virtualglobetrotting.com (Nic) admin@virtualglobetrotting.com (Nic) Sat, 06 Dec 2008 10:46:55 -0800 http://backend.userland.com/rss <![CDATA[Nike Missile Site LA-96-C]]> Nike Missile Site LA-96-C
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By: mlc1us
@ 2008-12-06 10:46:55
LA-96 Van Nuys-Sepulveda/1957-(1961)-1971/1B, 2C/ABAR
IFC-Located on San Vicente Mountain next to Mulholland Dr. L&A-Located at 15990 Victory Blvd.
This battery had an AN/FPS-75 ABAR. The IFC site is partially intact in San Vicente Mountain Park, the L&A site is largely intact and is used by the California Air National Guard. A section of the launch area is used by the Army National Guard.]]> Nike Missile Site LA-96-C
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By: mlc1us
@ 2008-12-06 10:46:55
LA-96 Van Nuys-Sepulveda/1957-(1961)-1971/1B, 2C/ABAR
IFC-Located on San Vicente Mountain next to Mulholland Dr. L&A-Located at 15990 Victory Blvd.
This battery had an AN/FPS-75 ABAR. The IFC site is partially intact in San Vicente Mountain Park, the L&A site is largely intact and is used by the California Air National Guard. A section of the launch area is used by the Army National Guard.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/60603/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/60603/ Sat, 06 Dec 2008 10:46:55 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/60603/ 34.13010900 -118.51234500 <![CDATA[Royal Engineers explosives training site]]> Royal Engineers explosives training site
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By: joepublic
@ 2008-09-04 04:55:16
Note the craters in the area]]> Royal Engineers explosives training site
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@ 2008-09-04 04:55:16
Note the craters in the area]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/55906/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/55906/ Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:55:16 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/55906/ 51.47115224 0.70016384 <![CDATA[Remains of WWII MKII Churchill Tank]]> Remains of WWII MKII Churchill Tank
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By: joepublic
@ 2008-09-03 18:27:10
Left here by the 14th Canadian Army Tank Battalion when they were based here in 1940/41.]]> Remains of WWII MKII Churchill Tank
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By: joepublic
@ 2008-09-03 18:27:10
Left here by the 14th Canadian Army Tank Battalion when they were based here in 1940/41.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/55896/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/55896/ Wed, 03 Sep 2008 18:27:10 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/55896/ 50.89816784 -0.47636837 <![CDATA[Temple VA Hospital]]> Temple VA Hospital
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Temple VA Hospital
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By: tsudduth24
@ 2008-05-27 23:14:31
Temple VA Hospital]]> Temple VA Hospital
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Temple VA Hospital
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@ 2008-05-27 23:14:31
Temple VA Hospital]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/50869/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/50869/ Tue, 27 May 2008 23:14:31 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/50869/ 31.07633000 -97.34724000 <![CDATA[ER 112 MO 530F]]> ER 112 MO 530F
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@ 2008-04-04 18:32:11]]> ER 112 MO 530F
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@ 2008-04-04 18:32:11]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/48598/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/48598/ Fri, 04 Apr 2008 18:32:11 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/48598/ 19.75450100 -99.00979200 <![CDATA[Horse Guards]]> Horse Guards
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By: adrbr
@ 2008-03-07 17:51:26
The Horse Guards, a finely proportioned building with a handsome clock tower designed by William Kent (1753), occupies the site of a guard house belonging to the old Palace of Whitehall. It is now occupied by government offices; on the north side of the parade ground is the Admiralty building.

The Household Cavalry consists of two separate regiments, the Life Guards, who wear scarlet tunics and white plumed helmets, and the Blues and Royals, who wear blue tunics and red plumed helmets. The Life Guards originated as a cavalry unit which formed Charles I's bodyguard during the Civil War, the Blues and Royals (formerly the Royal Horse Guards) as a troop of Cromwellian cavalry.


The headquarters of the Household Cavalry are in Hyde Park Barracks, Knightsbridge, some 2.5km/1.5mi from Whitehall. The new guard, riding daily to Horse Guards, passes Buckingham Palace. The changing of the guard and the Sunday parade are among London's greatest tourist attractions.

In June every year, on the Queen's official birthday, the parade ground behind the Horse Guards is the scene of a colorful military spectacle, Trooping the Color.
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By: adrbr
@ 2008-03-07 17:51:26
The Horse Guards, a finely proportioned building with a handsome clock tower designed by William Kent (1753), occupies the site of a guard house belonging to the old Palace of Whitehall. It is now occupied by government offices; on the north side of the parade ground is the Admiralty building.

The Household Cavalry consists of two separate regiments, the Life Guards, who wear scarlet tunics and white plumed helmets, and the Blues and Royals, who wear blue tunics and red plumed helmets. The Life Guards originated as a cavalry unit which formed Charles I's bodyguard during the Civil War, the Blues and Royals (formerly the Royal Horse Guards) as a troop of Cromwellian cavalry.


The headquarters of the Household Cavalry are in Hyde Park Barracks, Knightsbridge, some 2.5km/1.5mi from Whitehall. The new guard, riding daily to Horse Guards, passes Buckingham Palace. The changing of the guard and the Sunday parade are among London's greatest tourist attractions.

In June every year, on the Queen's official birthday, the parade ground behind the Horse Guards is the scene of a colorful military spectacle, Trooping the Color.
]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/47077/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/47077/ Fri, 07 Mar 2008 17:51:26 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/47077/ 51.50481000 -0.12718800 <![CDATA[Military Museum]]> Military Museum
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By: adrbr
@ 2008-03-04 19:25:16
The 18th C. classical building on the Largo dos Camnihos de Ferro houses the Museu Militar (Military Museum; entrance on the west side). In 1851 General José Baptista da Silva founded the Artillery Museum here and since 1926 it has been known as the Military Museum. A site was chosen with a relevant past history. Since the beginning of the 18th C. guns had been manufactured in an earlier building which burnt down in 1726. Weapons were produced in the present building up until the 20th C. For a long time the building served as the "Royal Arsenal". The main portal was built in the 18th C. by the French architect Maurice de Larre, the portal on the west side was completed by the Portuguese sculptor Teixeira Lopes at the beginning of the 20th C. On display are a variety of historical war documents, rows of weapons from different eras: cannons of all sizes, rifles, clubs, crossbows and a sword belonging to Vasco da Gama. Two rooms are devoted to the origins and development of Portuguese weapons. The museum's collection also includes reports from the Colonial Wars between 1961 and 1974. Parts of the ceilings and walls are extensively painted with glorified battle scenes.
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By: adrbr
@ 2008-03-04 19:25:16
The 18th C. classical building on the Largo dos Camnihos de Ferro houses the Museu Militar (Military Museum; entrance on the west side). In 1851 General José Baptista da Silva founded the Artillery Museum here and since 1926 it has been known as the Military Museum. A site was chosen with a relevant past history. Since the beginning of the 18th C. guns had been manufactured in an earlier building which burnt down in 1726. Weapons were produced in the present building up until the 20th C. For a long time the building served as the "Royal Arsenal". The main portal was built in the 18th C. by the French architect Maurice de Larre, the portal on the west side was completed by the Portuguese sculptor Teixeira Lopes at the beginning of the 20th C. On display are a variety of historical war documents, rows of weapons from different eras: cannons of all sizes, rifles, clubs, crossbows and a sword belonging to Vasco da Gama. Two rooms are devoted to the origins and development of Portuguese weapons. The museum's collection also includes reports from the Colonial Wars between 1961 and 1974. Parts of the ceilings and walls are extensively painted with glorified battle scenes.
]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/46951/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/46951/ Tue, 04 Mar 2008 19:25:16 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/46951/ 38.71320800 -9.12433800 <![CDATA[Petersberg Citadel]]> Petersberg Citadel
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By: neotrix
@ 2008-02-11 15:27:44
Petersberg Citadel, the only extensively preserved town baroque fortress in central Europe, was built on the site of a former Benedictine monastery. It dates from a time when Erfurt was ruled by the Electors of Mainz and is a unique example of the European style of fortress construction. ]]> Petersberg Citadel
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@ 2008-02-11 15:27:44
Petersberg Citadel, the only extensively preserved town baroque fortress in central Europe, was built on the site of a former Benedictine monastery. It dates from a time when Erfurt was ruled by the Electors of Mainz and is a unique example of the European style of fortress construction. ]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/45447/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/45447/ Mon, 11 Feb 2008 15:27:44 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/45447/ 50.97903900 11.01888800 <![CDATA[American Military Cemetery World War II of Nettuno]]> American Military Cemetery World War II of Nettuno
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@ 2007-11-29 10:14:32]]> American Military Cemetery World War II of Nettuno
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American Military Cemetery World War II of Nettuno
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@ 2007-11-29 10:14:32]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/41510/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/41510/ Thu, 29 Nov 2007 10:14:32 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/41510/ 41.46525000 12.65908200 <![CDATA[Large Dump]]> Large Dump
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@ 2007-09-29 14:07:52]]> Large Dump
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@ 2007-09-29 14:07:52]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/39512/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/39512/ Sat, 29 Sep 2007 14:07:52 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/39512/ 71.58517200 52.52336000 <![CDATA[American Legion Washington DC Headquarters]]> American Legion Washington DC Headquarters
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By: AlbinoFlea
@ 2007-09-20 21:38:15
From www.legion.org:



In addition to the National Headquarters building provided by the State of Indiana, The American Legion owns a building in Washington, D.C. Located in this building is an office for the National Commander to support frequent visits to the seat of government by the leader of the nation's largest veterans organization. Also located here are offices of an executive director, and operations for Legislative, Economics, National Security, Foreign Relations, Veterans Affairs and Rehabilitation, and Media Relations.



The building has been on "K" Street in Washington -- three blocks from the White House -- since 1934. The original brownstone building was replaced in 1951 by a then-modern office building. The dedication of that new building took place on Aug. 14, 1951, with President Harry Truman presiding. Nearly four decades later, the building received a major renovation. It was rededicated on Feb. 25, 1990 by then-VA Secretary Edward Derwinski.]]> American Legion Washington DC Headquarters
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By: AlbinoFlea
@ 2007-09-20 21:38:15
From www.legion.org:



In addition to the National Headquarters building provided by the State of Indiana, The American Legion owns a building in Washington, D.C. Located in this building is an office for the National Commander to support frequent visits to the seat of government by the leader of the nation's largest veterans organization. Also located here are offices of an executive director, and operations for Legislative, Economics, National Security, Foreign Relations, Veterans Affairs and Rehabilitation, and Media Relations.



The building has been on "K" Street in Washington -- three blocks from the White House -- since 1934. The original brownstone building was replaced in 1951 by a then-modern office building. The dedication of that new building took place on Aug. 14, 1951, with President Harry Truman presiding. Nearly four decades later, the building received a major renovation. It was rededicated on Feb. 25, 1990 by then-VA Secretary Edward Derwinski.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/39136/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/39136/ Thu, 20 Sep 2007 21:38:15 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/39136/ 38.90236700 -77.03736100 <![CDATA[American Legion National Headquarters]]> American Legion National Headquarters
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By: AlbinoFlea
@ 2007-09-20 21:24:07
From www.legion.org:

The beautiful National Headquarters of The American Legion is one of several buildings and memorials that comprise the Indiana War Memorial Plaza, a five-block area of downtown Indianapolis, Indiana, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The building features Indiana limestone and is considered one of the finest structures of its kind in the United States. The $2.5 million headquarters building is a gift from the people of Indiana. It is comprised of two, four-story pilastered wings joined by a recessed center section containing the entrance.

The building is located at the northern end of a two block park, commonly referred to as "American Legion Mall." The Mall features a sunken garden with a cenotaph and four Art Deco columns topped with stylized gold eagles.

The cenotaph is a tribute to men and women from Indiana who gave their lives in World War I. During the summer, a variety of community events are staged on American Legion Mall, taking advantage of the natural amphitheater landscape.

Located in the Indianapolis National Headquarters building are the offices of the National Commander, National Adjutant, an executive director, the historical archives and library, finance operations, The American Legion Magazine and Dispatch editorial offices, as well as Membership & Internal Affairs, Americanism, Children and Youth, Convention, Public Relations, and Purchasing and Document Processing.
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By: AlbinoFlea
@ 2007-09-20 21:24:07
From www.legion.org:

The beautiful National Headquarters of The American Legion is one of several buildings and memorials that comprise the Indiana War Memorial Plaza, a five-block area of downtown Indianapolis, Indiana, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The building features Indiana limestone and is considered one of the finest structures of its kind in the United States. The $2.5 million headquarters building is a gift from the people of Indiana. It is comprised of two, four-story pilastered wings joined by a recessed center section containing the entrance.

The building is located at the northern end of a two block park, commonly referred to as "American Legion Mall." The Mall features a sunken garden with a cenotaph and four Art Deco columns topped with stylized gold eagles.

The cenotaph is a tribute to men and women from Indiana who gave their lives in World War I. During the summer, a variety of community events are staged on American Legion Mall, taking advantage of the natural amphitheater landscape.

Located in the Indianapolis National Headquarters building are the offices of the National Commander, National Adjutant, an executive director, the historical archives and library, finance operations, The American Legion Magazine and Dispatch editorial offices, as well as Membership & Internal Affairs, Americanism, Children and Youth, Convention, Public Relations, and Purchasing and Document Processing.
]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/39135/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/39135/ Thu, 20 Sep 2007 21:24:07 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/39135/ 39.77705100 -86.15626000 <![CDATA[American Legion Department of Indiana Headquarters]]> American Legion Department of Indiana Headquarters
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@ 2007-09-20 21:13:15]]> American Legion Department of Indiana Headquarters
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@ 2007-09-20 21:13:15]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/39132/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/39132/ Thu, 20 Sep 2007 21:13:15 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/39132/ 39.77733000 -86.15736500 <![CDATA['The Executioner' airplane cutting crane]]> 'The Executioner' airplane cutting crane
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'The Executioner' airplane cutting crane
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By: kjfitz
@ 2007-08-21 13:23:03
Found by sidewinder9aim .

A few years ago it had the task of slicing up the B-52 Stratofortresses, more recently it has been cutting up the C-141 Starlifters before external contractors could truck the remains to their processing locations.

The crane is a 1992 Link-Belt model LS-138H, USAF registration 92D661, serial no. B5K-13-0156. It weighs in at 75 tons and is powered by a Isuzu 6SA1T engine. Top speed is approx 2mph, although it is rumoured that it can actually reach 2.5mph 'downhill with a tailwind'.

This type of crane is capable of controlling a boom of some 180 feet, the AMARC crane is currently fitted with a boom of half that length.

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By: kjfitz
@ 2007-08-21 13:23:03
Found by sidewinder9aim .

A few years ago it had the task of slicing up the B-52 Stratofortresses, more recently it has been cutting up the C-141 Starlifters before external contractors could truck the remains to their processing locations.

The crane is a 1992 Link-Belt model LS-138H, USAF registration 92D661, serial no. B5K-13-0156. It weighs in at 75 tons and is powered by a Isuzu 6SA1T engine. Top speed is approx 2mph, although it is rumoured that it can actually reach 2.5mph 'downhill with a tailwind'.

This type of crane is capable of controlling a boom of some 180 feet, the AMARC crane is currently fitted with a boom of half that length.

]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/37305/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/37305/ Tue, 21 Aug 2007 13:23:03 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/37305/ 32.15013600 -110.82397100 <![CDATA[Fort Royal]]> Fort Royal
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By: DonMartini
@ 2007-07-14 06:26:25
The historic Fort Royal now houses a youth hostel and a Museum of the Sea, featuring items recovered from ancient Roman and Saracen shipwrecks. Visitors are also able to view a number of former prison cells (including that occupied by the Man in the Iron Mask) and a Roman cistern room.]]> Fort Royal
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By: DonMartini
@ 2007-07-14 06:26:25
The historic Fort Royal now houses a youth hostel and a Museum of the Sea, featuring items recovered from ancient Roman and Saracen shipwrecks. Visitors are also able to view a number of former prison cells (including that occupied by the Man in the Iron Mask) and a Roman cistern room.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/35296/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/35296/ Sat, 14 Jul 2007 06:26:25 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/35296/ 43.52343400 7.04481100 <![CDATA[Military Vehicles]]> Military Vehicles
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Military Vehicles
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By: gamma
@ 2007-07-13 18:24:31]]> Military Vehicles
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Military Vehicles
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@ 2007-07-13 18:24:31]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/35246/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/35246/ Fri, 13 Jul 2007 18:24:31 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/35246/ 54.35938100 10.14411700 <![CDATA[Fort Hill tower]]> Fort Hill tower
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By: milwhcky
@ 2007-06-18 19:37:40
Built in 1775 for the Revolutionary War, it provided a strategic view of the Boston area for the American troops in holding off the British from seizing Boston.]]> Fort Hill tower
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@ 2007-06-18 19:37:40
Built in 1775 for the Revolutionary War, it provided a strategic view of the Boston area for the American troops in holding off the British from seizing Boston.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/34529/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/34529/ Mon, 18 Jun 2007 19:37:40 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/34529/ 42.32534900 -71.09463200 <![CDATA[Circle with degree markings in Edwards Air Force Base]]> Circle with degree markings in Edwards Air Force Base
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@ 2007-06-11 16:17:44
Wierd]]> Circle with degree markings in Edwards Air Force Base
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Circle with degree markings in Edwards Air Force Base
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Wierd]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/34342/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/34342/ Mon, 11 Jun 2007 16:17:44 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/34342/ 34.95623700 -117.87699200 <![CDATA["We love aircraft noise"]]> "We love aircraft noise"
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@ 2007-05-28 16:41:03]]> "We love aircraft noise"
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"We love aircraft noise"
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@ 2007-05-28 16:41:03]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/33814/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/33814/ Mon, 28 May 2007 16:41:03 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/33814/ 51.18404700 4.50250900 <![CDATA[Navy Radio Transmitting Facility Totsuka]]> Navy Radio Transmitting Facility Totsuka
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Navy Radio Transmitting Facility Totsuka
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@ 2007-05-12 03:00:24]]> Navy Radio Transmitting Facility Totsuka
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Navy Radio Transmitting Facility Totsuka
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@ 2007-05-12 03:00:24]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32860/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32860/ Sat, 12 May 2007 03:00:24 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32860/ 35.39823300 139.50222700 <![CDATA[Fort Street Presbyterian Church]]> Fort Street Presbyterian Church
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@ 2007-05-11 19:10:21]]> Fort Street Presbyterian Church
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@ 2007-05-11 19:10:21]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32835/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32835/ Fri, 11 May 2007 19:10:21 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32835/ 42.32754400 -83.05381600 <![CDATA[Ranger VORTAC in Fort Worth]]> Ranger VORTAC in Fort Worth
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Ranger VORTAC in Fort Worth
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By: LoneStarOne
@ 2007-05-10 21:40:45
Inbound and departing traffic into the many airports of the Dallas/Fort Worth area is neatly sorted along specific routes and altitudes that are based on navigation fixes on three VOR navigation beacons that are more or less arranged across the DFW area- one in Dallas, one at DFW Airport, and one in Fort Worth.

This is VORTAC antenna named "RANGER" in Colleyville/North Richland Hills just southeast of Lockett Rd and Precinct Line Rd.

The VOR in Dallas is named COWBOY and the VOR at the DFW Airport is named MAVERICK.

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By: LoneStarOne
@ 2007-05-10 21:40:45
Inbound and departing traffic into the many airports of the Dallas/Fort Worth area is neatly sorted along specific routes and altitudes that are based on navigation fixes on three VOR navigation beacons that are more or less arranged across the DFW area- one in Dallas, one at DFW Airport, and one in Fort Worth.

This is VORTAC antenna named "RANGER" in Colleyville/North Richland Hills just southeast of Lockett Rd and Precinct Line Rd.

The VOR in Dallas is named COWBOY and the VOR at the DFW Airport is named MAVERICK.

Link to Maverick: http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/27829/]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32785/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32785/ Thu, 10 May 2007 21:40:45 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32785/ 32.88963600 -97.17933500 <![CDATA[Fortress on the sea ( Astura Tower )]]> Fortress on the sea ( Astura Tower )
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@ 2007-05-09 02:42:06]]> Fortress on the sea ( Astura Tower )
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@ 2007-05-09 02:42:06]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32683/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32683/ Wed, 09 May 2007 02:42:06 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32683/ 41.40820300 12.76462000 <![CDATA[Ruins of San Zenone Fort]]> Ruins of San Zenone Fort
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@ 2007-04-22 14:06:35
XIII - XV Century]]> Ruins of San Zenone Fort
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@ 2007-04-22 14:06:35
XIII - XV Century]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32061/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32061/ Sun, 22 Apr 2007 14:06:35 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32061/ 42.59405500 12.67852000 <![CDATA[Figsbury Ring - Iron Age Hillfort]]> Figsbury Ring - Iron Age Hillfort
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Figsbury Ring - Iron Age Hillfort
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@ 2007-04-21 18:15:44]]> Figsbury Ring - Iron Age Hillfort
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@ 2007-04-21 18:15:44]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32029/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32029/ Sat, 21 Apr 2007 18:15:44 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/32029/ 51.10326600 -1.73296500 <![CDATA[Fort Santa Tecla]]> Fort Santa Tecla
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Fort Santa Tecla
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By: Effi
@ 2007-04-11 02:47:40]]> Fort Santa Tecla
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@ 2007-04-11 02:47:40]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31580/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31580/ Wed, 11 Apr 2007 02:47:40 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31580/ 44.41329100 8.97723600 <![CDATA[Fort Richelieu]]> Fort Richelieu
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By: Effi
@ 2007-04-11 02:37:59


The strategic importance of this Fort was revealed during the siege of the Austrians in 1747. It was Marshall Louis du Plessis, Duke of Richelieu, who recommended arming the locale, which at that time was known as Menegu, with defences. The work was begun and in seven months the first part was finished: the moat, the base of the walls and the rampart for the artillery. In 1799 and 1809 work was done to add to the construction.
The perfecting and entire completion was effected in 1816 and 1827. The new works were to build the barracks on two floors, the access door, and the Coat of Arms of the House of Savoy (which, unfortunately has gone missing). After the end of War it hosted some homeless families. In 1959 it was used to house the repeater for RAI, and from then on was closed to the public]]> Fort Richelieu
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@ 2007-04-11 02:37:59


The strategic importance of this Fort was revealed during the siege of the Austrians in 1747. It was Marshall Louis du Plessis, Duke of Richelieu, who recommended arming the locale, which at that time was known as Menegu, with defences. The work was begun and in seven months the first part was finished: the moat, the base of the walls and the rampart for the artillery. In 1799 and 1809 work was done to add to the construction.
The perfecting and entire completion was effected in 1816 and 1827. The new works were to build the barracks on two floors, the access door, and the Coat of Arms of the House of Savoy (which, unfortunately has gone missing). After the end of War it hosted some homeless families. In 1959 it was used to house the repeater for RAI, and from then on was closed to the public]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31579/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31579/ Wed, 11 Apr 2007 02:37:59 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31579/ 44.42236200 8.99250600 <![CDATA[Diamond Fort]]> Diamond Fort
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By: Effi
@ 2007-04-11 02:20:47
The Diamante fort is distinguished by its particular star-shape form. It is perfectly visible from the sky. The fort is the highest and furthest from the coast. It was built under the supervision of the Frenchman De Sicre in only two years, from 1756 to 1758, in a strategic position at the confluence of the Polcevera and Bisagno valleys. It has undergone few modifications in time since. 667 metres above sea-level, it is connected by a secret underground tunnel to the Forte Sperone. This fort represented the first bulwark of the city's defences against northern attackers.
At present it is not possible to visit inside due to many decades of decay. However, its lower bastions offer equally complete views of the city, the valleys and the Riviera.
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@ 2007-04-11 02:20:47
The Diamante fort is distinguished by its particular star-shape form. It is perfectly visible from the sky. The fort is the highest and furthest from the coast. It was built under the supervision of the Frenchman De Sicre in only two years, from 1756 to 1758, in a strategic position at the confluence of the Polcevera and Bisagno valleys. It has undergone few modifications in time since. 667 metres above sea-level, it is connected by a secret underground tunnel to the Forte Sperone. This fort represented the first bulwark of the city's defences against northern attackers.
At present it is not possible to visit inside due to many decades of decay. However, its lower bastions offer equally complete views of the city, the valleys and the Riviera.
]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31578/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31578/ Wed, 11 Apr 2007 02:20:47 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31578/ 44.46242500 8.93923900 <![CDATA[Puin Fort]]> Puin Fort
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Puin Fort
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@ 2007-04-10 04:19:42
The fort was built by Sardinian military engineers between 1815 and 1828. It is based on a previous design. The Puin fort is the smallest and best preserved of the forts which made up the nineteenth century defensive network of the city. It owes its name to a corruption of the Italian word for bread "pane". The fort was evidently used as a store for provisions. It is made up of a central square tower, surrounded by a rare star-shaped defensive wall. Five pentagonal bulwarks give it a very dramatic effect. At 500 metres above sea level, it has beautiful views looking over the City wall park. The fort has been used by the Comune both as a place to watch for fires as well as a meeting point and shelter for groups during excursions and guided tours.
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Puin Fort
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@ 2007-04-10 04:19:42
The fort was built by Sardinian military engineers between 1815 and 1828. It is based on a previous design. The Puin fort is the smallest and best preserved of the forts which made up the nineteenth century defensive network of the city. It owes its name to a corruption of the Italian word for bread "pane". The fort was evidently used as a store for provisions. It is made up of a central square tower, surrounded by a rare star-shaped defensive wall. Five pentagonal bulwarks give it a very dramatic effect. At 500 metres above sea level, it has beautiful views looking over the City wall park. The fort has been used by the Comune both as a place to watch for fires as well as a meeting point and shelter for groups during excursions and guided tours.
]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31558/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31558/ Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:19:42 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31558/ 44.44858700 8.93817200 <![CDATA[Sperone Fort]]> Sperone Fort
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Sperone Fort
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@ 2007-04-10 04:11:49
The Sperone fort is the most impressive and remarkable of the Genovese fort. It was also one of the most important strategically. It was built at the peak of the 1663 "new walls" as the key-point of the nineteenth century fortifications. The fort was started in 1747 and strengthened by Brusco up to 1794. During the Napoleonic period it was enlarged. The Sperone fort owes it present appearance to the restoration works which were carried out by the Sardinian government between 1815 and 1827. The entire structure has a very interesting scenic look thanks to its very varied and complex architecture. The Savoy crest of arms is above the entrance. The entrance is protected by a moat and a very strong door. There is also a very interesting powder store in the lower part of the fort, the central barrack building and a beautiful chapel. On a clear day, the view is fantastic: you can see the valley of Polceverea, the Bisagno Valley and the stretch of the Appenines from the Park at Monte Beigua up to Monte Antola. For several years now, during the summer, the fort, with its hundred rooms, has been the site of a charming and unusual series of theatre shows and other displays. ]]> Sperone Fort
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@ 2007-04-10 04:11:49
The Sperone fort is the most impressive and remarkable of the Genovese fort. It was also one of the most important strategically. It was built at the peak of the 1663 "new walls" as the key-point of the nineteenth century fortifications. The fort was started in 1747 and strengthened by Brusco up to 1794. During the Napoleonic period it was enlarged. The Sperone fort owes it present appearance to the restoration works which were carried out by the Sardinian government between 1815 and 1827. The entire structure has a very interesting scenic look thanks to its very varied and complex architecture. The Savoy crest of arms is above the entrance. The entrance is protected by a moat and a very strong door. There is also a very interesting powder store in the lower part of the fort, the central barrack building and a beautiful chapel. On a clear day, the view is fantastic: you can see the valley of Polceverea, the Bisagno Valley and the stretch of the Appenines from the Park at Monte Beigua up to Monte Antola. For several years now, during the summer, the fort, with its hundred rooms, has been the site of a charming and unusual series of theatre shows and other displays. ]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31557/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31557/ Tue, 10 Apr 2007 04:11:49 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31557/ 44.44146400 8.93038600 <![CDATA[Begato Fortress]]> Begato Fortress
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Begato Fortress
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@ 2007-04-10 03:09:02
This dramatic fortress stands over the city, 475metres above sea level. It is one part of the Forte Sperone together with the Forte Castellaccio. Genova depended on this trio of forts to defend it. Built by Sheban military genius between 1819 and 1823, the Begato fort could hold 840 soldiers and 41,000 kg. of munitions in the powder store. It has a rectangular barracks, with robust buttresses on the corners and a large 'recinto a fuso'. At present this is the only fort which is involved in restoration works. The fort will host a museum of the history of Genovese fortifications and a history of music. There will also be a centre about the monitoring and safeguard of the territory. From the fort, there is a fantastic view of the historical city, the Polcevera valley and the western coast with its modern docks.]]> Begato Fortress
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@ 2007-04-10 03:09:02
This dramatic fortress stands over the city, 475metres above sea level. It is one part of the Forte Sperone together with the Forte Castellaccio. Genova depended on this trio of forts to defend it. Built by Sheban military genius between 1819 and 1823, the Begato fort could hold 840 soldiers and 41,000 kg. of munitions in the powder store. It has a rectangular barracks, with robust buttresses on the corners and a large 'recinto a fuso'. At present this is the only fort which is involved in restoration works. The fort will host a museum of the history of Genovese fortifications and a history of music. There will also be a centre about the monitoring and safeguard of the territory. From the fort, there is a fantastic view of the historical city, the Polcevera valley and the western coast with its modern docks.]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31556/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31556/ Tue, 10 Apr 2007 03:09:02 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31556/ 44.44041400 8.92163600 <![CDATA[Staigue Fort]]> Staigue Fort
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Staigue Fort
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By: boothy443
@ 2007-04-05 21:04:51
Stone ring for]]> Staigue Fort
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Staigue Fort
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@ 2007-04-05 21:04:51
Stone ring for]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31384/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31384/ Thu, 05 Apr 2007 21:04:51 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/31384/ 51.80506600 -10.01617800 <![CDATA[NAVICP]]> NAVICP
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@ 2007-03-22 20:41:25
Naval Inventory Control Point, complex continues for nearly a mile to the NE]]> NAVICP
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@ 2007-03-22 20:41:25
Naval Inventory Control Point, complex continues for nearly a mile to the NE]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/30851/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/30851/ Thu, 22 Mar 2007 20:41:25 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/30851/ 40.03897500 -75.09811900 <![CDATA[British submarine]]> British submarine
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British submarine
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@ 2007-03-21 09:21:46]]> British submarine
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@ 2007-03-21 09:21:46]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/30781/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/30781/ Wed, 21 Mar 2007 09:21:46 -0700 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/30781/ 56.02210900 -3.44910600 <![CDATA[Fort Ontario]]> Fort Ontario
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By: mlc1us
@ 2007-03-07 10:42:02
Star-shaped fort restored to its 1867-1872 appearance

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By: mlc1us
@ 2007-03-07 10:42:02
Star-shaped fort restored to its 1867-1872 appearance

]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/30030/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/30030/ Wed, 07 Mar 2007 10:42:02 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/30030/ 43.46600000 -76.50858300 <![CDATA[Submarine]]> Submarine
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@ 2007-03-06 15:40:23]]> Submarine
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@ 2007-03-06 15:40:23]]> http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/29987/ http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/29987/ Tue, 06 Mar 2007 15:40:23 -0800 http://virtualglobetrotting.com/map/29987/ 64.57222600 39.76566900 <![CDATA[Fort of Socoa]]> Fort of Socoa
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Fort of Socoa
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By: Parabellum
@ 2007-02-28 17:25:24
Just across the bay from St. Jean de Luz]]> Fort of Socoa
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