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NORAD — Cheyenne Mountain Complex

1963
Colorado
Era
Indian Wars and Frontier Conflicts
Year
1963
Location
Colorado
Status
Historical record
The Combatants

Who Fought

Forces
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
Purpose: warning of Soviet ICBM/bomber attack
VS
Victor
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
US Air Force / Royal Canadian Air Force: combined NORAD command, ~1,800 personnel at peak
Outcome
Carved inside granite mountain; 15 freestanding buildings on 1,319 springs to absorb nuclear shockwave. Operational 1966–present (on warm standby since 2006).
The Battle

History & Significance

The most survivable command center ever built; designed to survive a near-miss nuclear strike. Became cultural icon (WarGames, 1983). Transferred to warm standby in 2006 but reactivated in 2020.

Casualties & Losses

None

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

When did NORAD — Cheyenne Mountain Complex take place?
NORAD — Cheyenne Mountain Complex took place in 1963.
Where was NORAD — Cheyenne Mountain Complex fought?
NORAD — Cheyenne Mountain Complex was fought in Colorado, United States.
What was the outcome of NORAD — Cheyenne Mountain Complex?
Carved inside granite mountain; 15 freestanding buildings on 1,319 springs to absorb nuclear shockwave. Operational 1966–present (on warm standby since 2006).
What was the significance of NORAD — Cheyenne Mountain Complex?
The most survivable command center ever built; designed to survive a near-miss nuclear strike. Became cultural icon (WarGames, 1983). Transferred to warm standby in 2006 but reactivated in 2020.
Protected heritage nearby

Historic Sites near NORAD — Cheyenne Mountain Complex

Shrine of the Sun
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Pauline Chapel
Industrial · 3.5 mi
North Cheyenne Canon Park
Listed · 4 mi
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