Battery 244

 (1943-1950) - A World War II era Battery built in 1943 as a reinforced concrete coastal artillery battery on Milagra Ridge Military Reservation, Pacifica, San Mateo County, California. The Battery was begun 24 Mar 1943, completed 18 Sep 1943 and turned over for service 18 Sep 1944 at a cost of $299,699. The guns were not mounted until 1948. Decommissioned in 1950.



World War II (1941-1945)
Battery 243 was a battery of two, 6" rapid fire guns mounted in M4 Barbette carriages on either side of an earth covered reinforced concrete support structure. The guns were obtained from Fort Canby, Battery 247 and mounted in 1948. Decommissioned in 1950.



Current Status
No period guns or carriages in place.

Sources:
 * , page 107-109

Links: 
 * California Military Museum - Battery 244