World War II Lookout Tower

World War II Lookout Tower is a history museum Cape May County New Jersey located in United States.

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  • Phone

    (609) 884-5404

  • Website

    capemaymac.org

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    History Museum

Address

PO Box 340 Cape May , NJ 08204 United States

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HISTORY

Cape May's World War II Lookout Tower, also known as Fire Control Tower No. 23, was built in 1942. It was one of 15 towers that served as part of a harbor defense system known as Fort Miles.

Jason Baughman-Oprică

Great views and an interesting stop along the history trail and Jersey Shore.

Ron G

Then there was peace ... With pizza ! See we got something from fighting in Italy.

Ron G

Watch out for the krauts & the nips.

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