Battery 211

 (1943-1948) - Battery 211 was a reinforced concrete, World War II 6 inch coastal gun battery on Fort Greene (2), Washington County, Rhode Island. Battery construction started 29 Dec 1941, was completed 15 Jun 1943 and transferred to the Coast Artillery for use 22 Jul 1943 at a cost of $ 257,723. Deactivated in 1948.

World War II
Originally built as a World War II concrete coastal gun battery with two 6" M1903A2 rapid fire guns mounted on M1 Shielded Barbette Carriages (SBC) placed on either side of an earth covered reinforced concrete magazine and support structure.



Current Status
No period guns or mounts in place.

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