Battery Duane

Staten Island, NY 10305

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Staten Island, New York 10305, United States

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Welcome to Battery Duane, a historic landmark nestled in the heart of Staten Island, New York. This unique site is home to an impressive collection of counterweight disappearing guns, each with its own fascinating story and engineering marvel. Among the notable installations, Battery Duane boasts five 8-inch counterweight disappearing guns, showcasing the ingenuity of military fortifications from a bygone era.

Our location also encompasses several other significant batteries, including Battery Ayers with two 12-inch guns, Battery Richmond with two 12-inch guns, and Battery Barry featuring two 10-inch guns. Explore Battery Upton and Battery Dix, each housing two 10-inch and two 12-inch guns respectively, or visit Battery Mills to see two 6-inch guns.

For those interested in a broader range of artillery, Battery Hudson offers a diverse array with two 12-inch guns, a single 6-inch gun, and a 4.7-inch rapid-fire gun. Meanwhile, Battery Barbour presents an intriguing mix with two 6-inch guns and two 4.7-inch rapid-fire guns.

Whether you're a history enthusiast, a military buff, or simply curious about the past, Battery Duane and its surrounding batteries offer a captivating glimpse into the history of coastal defense. Visit us at our Staten Island location to step back in time and experience the remarkable engineering feats that once protected our shores.