The Army Ground Forces Association provides an overview of Fort Hancock and the Sandy Hook Proving Ground on Sandy Hook, NJ, which is now managed by the National Park Service and is part of the Gateway National Recreation Area.
The 5th episode of "The Story of Sandy Hook" examines the role Sandy Hook played as part of an intricate military presence to defend the harbor of New York.
Historically, Sandy Hook, NJ, has been inhabited by native Americans, British soldiers, early settlers, the U. S. Army and non-military ciitzens. Here's a glimpse into the past of a young woman who lived in Highland Beach and also a look inside one of the restored homes on Officer's Row in Fort Hancock.
The 13th episode of "The Story of Sandy Hook" focuses on efforts being made to restore many of the historic structures on the historic peninsula in New Jersey.
The first episode -- "Lighting the Way" -- starts at the beginning when Sandy Hook was first discovered.
The 7th episode of "The Story of Sandy Hook" examines "The Cold War" when Sandy Hook had an active Nike missile site located on this historic peninsula.
The 2nd episode focuses on "Developing Weapons" which were used to defend the United States from potential enemy attack.
The 8th episode of "The Story of Sandy Hook" follows a couple of photographers as they capture the beauty of Sandy Hook and share their techniques.
The 12th episode of "The Story of Sandy Hook" focuses how the National Park Service began managing Sandy Hook as a national park and plans for the future.
The 3rd episode explores the ancient gun emplacements on Sandy Hook and describes the purpose of each.