Main gate, Mākua, 2009
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The entrance to Mākua. Until recent decades the valley was unfenced and open.
Training emplacement, Mākua, 2003
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Off-limits area, Mākua, 2005
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This area is permanently off limits because it is contaminated by "improved conventional munitions." Small round bombs will explode decades later if they are slightly moved.
US Army trench, Mākua Valley, 2002
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A structure for live fire training exercises at Mākua.
Grenade training enclosure, Mākua, 2005
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An enclosure built of tires for grenade throwing practice.
The ahu at Mākua, 2005
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The ahu (shrine) is modern, constructed for cultural accesses to the valley conducted by Mālama Mākau, a community organization. In the distance lies the US Army observation tower for live fire training exercises.