Battery 220

 (1944-1946) - Battery 220 was a reinforced concrete, World War II 6 inch coastal gun battery on Fort Tilden, Queens County, New York. Battery construction started 14 Oct 1941, was completed 31 Jan 1943 and transferred to the Coast Artillery for use 11 Apr 1944 at a cost of $ 229,507.29. Never Armed. Deactivated in 1946.

World War II
Originally built as a World War II concrete coastal gun battery with two 6" M1903-A2 rapid fire guns mounted on M4 Shielded Barbette Carriages (SBC) placed on either side of an earth covered reinforced concrete support structure. Never Armed.



Current Status
Now a part of the Gateway National Recreation Area (GNRA) administered by the National Park Service. No period guns or mounts in place.

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