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Back to the Future at Fort DeRussy
Built in 1915 to help protect Honolulu and Pearl Harbor, Fort DeRussy
housed cannons, then anti-aircraft artillery. In 1950, it was
designated an armed forces recreational area. Since then, it's been a
great park for people from all over. With great views and history
attached to the land, it's a must see destination if you're going to
be in the area. Just a short distance from Waikiki, the park pays
tribute to men and women from all branches of the military.
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Beyond the historic significance of the spot and all the remnants and
memories of World War II and earlier, there's the beauty of the land.
This is one of the most likely reasons this spot was turned into a
recreational area when it was no longer needed for military use. With
a collection of various sized buildings on the land, there's a lot to
do and see at Fort DeRussy. And admission is free, which makes it a
great destination if you're trying to save a few bucks for other
things. You will be charged for parking, though, unless you take the
bus, which drops people off and returns them throughout the day.
Even if you don't know or care about the military significance in the
area's past, the beauty of the well cared for landscape really takes
you away. Fort DeRussy is almost an oasis within the oasis that is
Hawaii. Protected from the outside world, Fort DeRussy has been a
great location to rest and relax for people from all walks of life.
Learning a little bit about some of the heroes and heroines from the
US military is a great bonus when visiting Fort DeRussy.
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