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fromBrooklyn Paper
2 days ago

Fort Hamilton receives $42M in federal funding to support base operations, infrastructure upgrades * Brooklyn Paper

Once a critical part of the city's harbor defense system, Fort Hamilton is now New York City's only active military base, and is home to the New York City Recruiting Battalion, the Military Entrance Processing Station, the 1179 Transportation Surface Brigade, the 24th Civil Support Team, the National Guard Task Force Empire Shield and the North Atlantic Division of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
Brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 weeks ago

'A disservice to history': Pols push back against proposed closure of Harbor Defense Museum at Fort Hamilton * Brooklyn Paper

Proposed closure of the Harbor Defense Museum at Fort Hamilton raises significant concern among officials and residents due to its historical importance.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Fort Hamilton celebrates 200 years standing guard over New York Harbor * Brooklyn Paper

Fort Hamilton recently celebrated its 200th anniversary as the fourth-oldest active military post in the U.S. located in Southwest Brooklyn.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Fort Hamilton army base celebrates its bicentennial and 250th anniversary of U.S. Army

The bicentennial celebration of Fort Hamilton not only commemorates the installation's rich history but also aims to strengthen community bonds through shared experiences.
Brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromBottle Raiders
3 months ago

Brooklyn's Fort Hamilton Distillery Revives 18th-Century Rye

Brooklyn is becoming a notable distillation destination, highlighted by the historic Fort Hamilton distillery.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Fort Hamilton army base launches 'Salute to Ships' with cannon salute

The "Salute to Ships" tradition, part of Fleet Week New York, begins with a cannon salute at Fort Hamilton, honoring the U.S. Navy's entry into the harbor.
New York City
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 months ago

'A great gesture': Brooklyn honors veterans with new highway sign near Fort Hamilton * Brooklyn Paper

"This is just a great gesture. Respect to veterans is one of the cornerstones of American character. I'm very grateful that we were able to do this."
Brooklyn
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