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Rock Island Arsenal

Rock Island Arsenal is a historic place in Rock Island, Rock Island County, Illinois, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on September 30, 1969, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 69000057.

Rock Island, Rock Island County, IllinoisListed September 30, 1969NRIS #69000057★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Rock Island Arsenal?

The Rock Island Arsenal comprises 946 acres (383 ha) located on Arsenal Island, originally known as Rock Island, on the Mississippi River between the cities of Davenport, Iowa, and Rock Island, Illinois. It is home to the United States Army First Army Headquarters, and the United States Army Center of Excellence for Additive Manufacturing.

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The record

Listing details

Name
Rock Island Arsenal
City
Rock Island
County
Rock Island County
State
Illinois
Listed on the National Register
September 30, 1969
NRIS reference number
69000057
Resource type
district
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
41.51787, -90.54300
When was Rock Island Arsenal listed on the National Register?

Rock Island Arsenal was added to the National Register of Historic Places on September 30, 1969.

Where is Rock Island Arsenal located?

Rock Island Arsenal is located in Rock Island, Rock Island County, Illinois at approximately 41.51787, -90.54300. See the map above.

Is Rock Island Arsenal a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Rock Island Arsenal is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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