War in the Pacific National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service)

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War in the Pacific National Historical Park

At War in the Pacific National Historical Park the former battlefields, gun emplacements, trenches, and historic structures all serve as silent reminders of the bloody World War II battles that ensued on Guam. While the park is known for its historical resources, the warm climate, sandy beaches, and turquoise waters beckon visitors and residents to enjoy the island's natural resources.

		Memorials to Sacrifice Many lives were lost and the suffering was great for all those involved in the battles on Guam and throughout the Pacific Theater. Asan Bay Overlook with its panoramic view and its Memorial Wall which contain 16,142 names of Chamorro and American casualties who suffered or died during the war on Guam. Liberator's Memorial honors the armed forces that participated in the 1944 landing on Guam.

		A Common Significance This unique National Park is the only site in the National Park System that honors the bravery and sacrifices of all those who participated in the Pacific Theater of World War II. This includes the United States, Japan, and the Allied nations; Australia, Canada, China, France, Great Britain, New Zealand, the Netherlands, and the Soviet Union.

		Tropical Resources Over 3,500 marine species and 200 species of coral are located within the scuba and snorkeling areas of park waters. As participants in a nationwide coral reef monitoring program, the park is dedicated to long-term monitoring of Guam's coral reefs, and is committed to completing comprehensive inventories of the park's flora and fauna.

Write to

Superintendent
135 Murray Boulevard
Hagåtña, Guam 96910

E-mail Us

Phone

Office Phone
(671) 477-7278

Visitor Center and Special Use Permits
(671) 333-4050

Climate

The year-round temperature averages 27°C (80°F) and the ocean temperature a pleasant 27.2°C (81°F) May to November is the rainy season, and you can expect wet, hot, and humid days. Temperatures cool down from November through April, the dry season, and tropical trade winds are common.
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