Swimming Point in Portsmouth, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Portsmouth Naval Hospital
"Naval Medical Center Portsmouth"
— Fort Nelson Park • Path of History • Portsmouth, VA —
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Science & Medicine. A significant historical year for this entry is 1830.
Location. 36° 50.526′ N, 76° 18.332′ W. Marker is in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is in Swimming Point. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Effingham Street and Williamson Drive, on the right when traveling north. The marker is located in Fort Nelson Park which is just outside the main gate of the hospital. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Portsmouth VA 23704, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. A different marker also named Portsmouth Naval Hospital (a few steps from this marker); a different marker also named Portsmouth Naval Hospital (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Portsmouth Naval Hospital (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Portsmouth Naval Hospital (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Portsmouth Naval Hospital (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Portsmouth Naval Hospital (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Portsmouth Naval Hospital (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Portsmouth Naval Hospital (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Portsmouth.
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