Rare 1945 NAVAL MINE DEPOT Yorktown VA WWII WEAPONS Factory Book US Navy

Description: Scarce original 1945 U.S. Naval Mine Depot, Yorktown, Virginia Yearbook. USMC Original hardcover with cloth boards. Used. Has wear and one torn front page. On August 7, 1918, President Woodrow Wilson formally established the Navy Mine Depot at Yorktown. This was the precursor to the Naval Weapons Station Yorktown. During the World War, when the United States undertook the stupendous operation of laying the North Sea barrage, it was necessary that there be a plant on the Atlantic seaboard where mines, after being manufactured, could be stored, assembled, loaded, tested and issued to the Navy. Also, a place was needed to build up and train personnel in the adjustment and operation of mines.Its location to the westward of Chesapeake Bay, ten miles within the winding mouth of the York River, particularly lends itself to protection from air, land and sea.The total acreage is 12,562, subdivided into 11,288 acres of hard, marsh and water land, and 1,274 acres of underwater land, making it the largest single reservation in the United States under naval control.Scarce 1945 Naval Yearbook of all those who served at the Naval Mine Depot in 1945.WWII & Naval collectible.$200 Book today.Low reserve. Items ship within 24-48 hours of payment unless payment falls on a weekend or holiday. Beyond Earth is your premier destination for rare books and vintage, collectible estate items. We specialize in curating a unique collection of rare and collectible books, spanning various genres and subjects. Additionally, we offer professional estate sale services to assist clients in managing and liquidating estate assets with care and expertise. We handle both local and online auctions for a wider range of reach that benefits both sellers and buyers. Book Sales: Explore our collection of rare, vintage and collectible books, featuring a diverse range of titles, editions, and subjects. From antique volumes to modern first editions, we pride ourselves on offering unique and diverse treasures. Estate Sales: We handle the complexities of estate liquidation and work closely to organize and execute successful sales. Additional Services: If you're looking to acquire a specific book or collectible item, we can help. We have a vast inventory that changes and grows weekly and assist private buyers with adding to their collections. Take a look at our current online inventory which grows daily. Feel free to message us with any questions or inquiries for items you may be in search of. Not all of our inventory is listed online and we often assist private buyers searching for specific items to add to their collection. We participate with eBay's International Shipping Program.Tracking number is provided when items ship. Items ship within 24-48 hours of payment unless payment falls on a weekend or holiday. Beyond Earth is your premier destination for rare books and vintage, collectible estate items. We specialize in curating a unique collection of rare and collectible books, spanning various genres and subjects. Additionally, we offer professional estate sale services to assist clients in managing and liquidating estate assets with care and expertise. We handle both local and online auctions for a wider range of reach that benefits both sellers and buyers. Book Sales: Explore our collection of rare, vintage and collectible books, featuring a diverse range of titles, editions, and subjects. From antique volumes to modern first editions, we pride ourselves on offering unique and diverse treasures. Estate Sales: We handle the complexities of estate liquidation and work closely to organize and execute successful sales. Additional Services: If you're looking to acquire a specific book or collectible item, we can help. We have a vast inventory that changes and grows weekly and assist private buyers with adding to their collections. Take a look at our current online inventory which grows daily. Feel free to message us with any questions or inquiries for items you may be in search of. Not all of our inventory is listed online and we often assist private buyers searching for specific items to add to their collection. We participate with eBay's International Shipping Program.Tracking number is provided when items ship.

Price: 45 USD

Location: Newport News, Virginia

End Time: 2024-11-19T00:35:01.000Z

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