Martinez Canteen

historic site

Inscription
Former site of Martinez Troops –in-transit Canteen. Opened October 17, 1943, and closed February 15, 1946. World War II 401,322 traveling servicemen and woman, escorts and children, given rest and refreshment. Served by 1,348 volunteer hostesses.
DateSunriseGolden hourSunset
March equinox07:1318:4619:21
June solstice05:4719:5620:35
September equinox06:5718:3219:07
December solstice07:2216:1216:53

Local time (America/Los_Angeles).

38.01923, -122.13701

Elevation 3 m (modelled from terrain)

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