Charleston Naval Hospital Historic District

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Charleston Naval Hospital Historic District is a historic district located in North Charleston, South Carolina. The district is significant for its association with the United States Navy and the role it played in providing medical services during World War II and the Cold War era.

History[edit | edit source]

The Charleston Naval Hospital Historic District was established in the early 20th century. The district includes the Charleston Naval Hospital, which was built in 1917 and served as a primary medical facility for the United States Navy during World War II and the Cold War. The hospital was decommissioned in 1970 and has since been repurposed for other uses.

Architecture[edit | edit source]

The architecture of the Charleston Naval Hospital Historic District is representative of the Colonial Revival style, which was popular in the United States during the early 20th century. The district includes several notable buildings, including the Charleston Naval Hospital, the Navy Yard Officers' Quarters Historic District, and the Naval Hospital Historic District.

Significance[edit | edit source]

The Charleston Naval Hospital Historic District is significant for its association with the United States Navy and its role in providing medical services during World War II and the Cold War. The district is also significant for its Colonial Revival architecture, which is representative of the style popular in the United States during the early 20th century.

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