Nike Ajax Missile at Veterans Memorial Park in Auburn, WA - Static Artillery Displays on Waymarking.com

The Nike Ajax anti-aircraft missile was in use from the early 1950s until the 1970s. The Nike Ajax was in use in 12 countries and 27 US states. There were twenty Nike Ajax sites in Washington State protecting Puget Sound, Hanford Nuclear Site and Fairchild Air Force Base in Spokane from attacking bombers. Sites were operated by US Army and National Guard soldiers.

Where is this artillery located?: Park What military of the world used this device?: United States and western allied forces. Artillery is no longer operational: no Still may work: no Are there any geocaches at this location?: Yes What type of artillery is this?: Not listed Date artillery was in use: Not listed Date artillery was placed on display: Not listed Parking location to view this Waymark: Not Listed Cost?: Not Listed

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