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Watervliet Arsenal

Watervliet Arsenal is a historic place in Watervliet, Albany County, New York, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on November 13, 1966, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 66000503.

Watervliet, Albany County, New YorkListed November 13, 1966NRIS #66000503★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Watervliet Arsenal?

The Watervliet Arsenal (WVA) is an arsenal of the United States Army located in Watervliet, New York, on the west bank of the Hudson River. It is the oldest continuously active arsenal in the United States, and today produces much of the artillery for the army, as well as gun tubes for cannons, mortars, and tanks. It has been a National Historic Landmark (NHL) since 1966.

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Listing details

Name
Watervliet Arsenal
City
Watervliet
County
Albany County
State
New York
Listed on the National Register
November 13, 1966
NRIS reference number
66000503
Resource type
district
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
42.71907, -73.70801
When was Watervliet Arsenal listed on the National Register?

Watervliet Arsenal was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 13, 1966.

Where is Watervliet Arsenal located?

Watervliet Arsenal is located in Watervliet, Albany County, New York at approximately 42.71907, -73.70801. See the map above.

Is Watervliet Arsenal a National Historic Landmark?

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

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