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What's the history of the Nike missile base on Mulholland?

Visit one of 16 Nike Missile Control Sites operated by the Army from the 1950s to the 1970s. These batteries circled the Los Angeles basin in what was called a "Ring of Supersonic Steel."

By Jenny Hamel • Aug 8, 2017 • 5m Listen

Visit one of 16 Nike Missile Control Sites operated by the Army from the 1950s to the 1970s. These batteries circled the Los Angeles basin in what was called a "Ring of Supersonic Steel."

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Photo: Soldier stands guard over poised Nike guided missile. Four Nike bases form main line of defense for critical Valley area. September 8, 1960 (Los Angeles Public Library)

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What's the history of the Nike missile base on Mulholland?

Visit one of 16 Nike Missile Control Sites operated by the Army from the 1950s to the 1970s. These batteries circled the Los Angeles basin in what was called a "Ring of Supersonic Steel."

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Curious Coast

What's the history of the Nike missile base on Mulholland?

Visit one of 16 Nike Missile Control Sites operated by the Army from the 1950s to the 1970s. These batteries circled the Los Angeles basin in what was called a "Ring of Supersonic Steel."

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