CABRILLO
Administrative History
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PHOTOGRAPHS
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Plate XIII. During World War II,
Cabrillo National Monument was closed to the public and the land used
for military purposes. This aerial photograph, taken about 1942, shows
the normally white lighthouse camouflaged with dark paint. Courtesy
Naval Oceans Systems Center.
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Plate XIV. By January 1942, Point Loma
had become a key part of the Harbor Defense system. Numerous armament,
base-end stations and a huge battery were constructed. In addition, a
large subterranean observation post was built on the parking area south
of the lighthouse which can be seen in the upper right hand corner of
the photograph. Courtesy Naval Oceans Systems Center.
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Plate XV. Donald R. Robinson (left), who
became superintendent when Cabrillo acquired independent status in 1956,
officiated at a dedication ceremony in 1957. Courtesy Cabrillo
National Monument.
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Plate XVI. The Portuguese Navy, in April
1957, presented a plaque to the monument honoring Cabrillo. Courtesy
Cabrillo National Monument.
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Last Updated: 02-Mar-2005
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