Fort Miles – The Eastern Range 

Fort Miles contained the Eastern test range for the US Army during WWII and in the early post war period. Key weapons development, testing and training occurred at Cape Henlopen including work on the proximity fuse and the first surface to air missile.

Ms. Dykes will share how Ft. Miles worked with major government research and development programs during World War II and the post war period.

When: 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 21, 2026; Doors open at 9:30 a.m.

Where: Fort Miles Battery 519 North Gun Room in the Cape Henlopen State Park.  Enter from the museum main entrance.

Cost: Free lecture
Those attending are asked to consider a donation to support Fort Miles.

About the Speaker:
Kaitlyn Dykes DNREC Interpretive Programs Manager, Cape Henlopen State Park.

Information: Email events@fortmilesha.org with questions.