Hampton Roads history and penny postcard tour requires a Java enabled browser. Please upgrade and return.
History marker: In August 1942 the Nansemond Hotel became the Headquarters for the Commander of the Amphibious Force of the Atlantic Fleet. It was here that Operation Torch (the invasion of North Africa) was planned and beach landings were practiced.

Nansemond Hotel, Ocean View, Norfolk, Va.

Nansemond Hotel, Ocean View, Norfolk, Va.

"Nansemond Hotel, Ocean View, Norfolk, Va. Open All Year
A Bit of Old Spain"

Description: "Norfolk's popular seashore resort where Granby St. and the Ocean meet. Its beautiful Ocean Front location and charming Spanish architecture is most attractive and imposing. Excellent Sea Bathing and Fishing in front of the house."

Please upgrade to a Java enabled browser and return to the Hampton Roads history and penny postcard tour.

"The Riviera of the Southland"
All beautifully refurnished and redecorated. Every modern convenience. Boating-Fishing-Golf-Tennis-Saddle Horses and tours to "Historic Virginia."
Under the direction of Stephen N. Bobo

Home | Postcards | Beaches & Resorts | Churches | Community | History | Military | Misc. | Neighborhoods | Schools
Copyright © 1999-2006
Historic Hampton Roads.com. All rights are reserved.
Our privacy policy is
here. Questions or comments to the person responsible for this site.
Last modified: 06.30.2006  Today's date is: