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Hamilton Field, Rock Retaining Walls, Various locations in housing & hospital areas, Novato, Marin County, CA
LocationVarious locations in housing & hospital areas,
Novato, CA
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Created/Published
Documentation compiled after 1933.
Notes
Survey number HABS CA-2398-DA
Significance: The rock retaining walls are considered significant for their association with Air Force history in northern California, and with World War II actions in the Pacific Theater. The rock terracing at Hamilton Field is an integral part of the base landscaping, simultaneously separating individual residences while visually uniting various section of the base into an overall city-like plan. The rock walls are considered a contributing structure to the historic district.
Collection
Historic American Buildings Survey (Library of Congress)
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