Battery Mitchell (1)

Battery Mitchell (1) (1904-NA) - Battery Mitchell was a reinforced concrete, Endicott Period 3 inch coastal gun battery on Middle Point MR across from Fort Ward (2), Washington. The battery was named in G.O. 194, 27 Dec 1904 after 1st lt. Robert B. Mitchell, U.S. Army Artillery Corps, who died 17 May 1904. Battery construction started in 1900, was completed in 1903 and transferred to the Coastal Artillery for use 18 Jan 1904 at a cost of $ 9,473.00. Never armed.

Battery Mitchell (1) History

Part of the Harbor Defense of Puget Sound. Built to provide protection for the Bremerton Navy Yard and the Rich Passage.

Endicott Period

Originally built as an Endicott Period concrete coastal gun battery for two 3" guns that were never provided.

Battery Mitchell Plan

Current Status

On Manchester State Park, Washington. No period guns or mounts in place.

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Location: Manchester State Park, Washington, across from Fort Ward (2), Washington Maps & Images Lat: 47.5781506 Long: -122.5471634 Multi Maps from ACME Maps from Bing Maps from Google Elevation: 35'

Sources:

• Coast Defense Study Group, Press, Digital Library, Forums

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