Naval Bases and Asbestos Exposure
This page gives you access to our directory of U.S. Navy bases that may have exposed thousands of veterans to asbestos, and put them at risk for developing mesothelioma. Use our dropdown below to find out detailed information about Navy bases where you or a loved one may have been exposed.
How Veterans Were Exposed to Asbestos
Since the Revolutionary War, the Navy has built installation across 32 states that are responsible for the upkeep, training, and readiness of the nation's sailors and marines. Their largest period of expansion occurred during World War II, when entire facilities appeared, seemingly overnight, to help the war effort by providing skilled sailors, ships, and weapons, to fight the enemy. During that time, a major component used in building and ship construction was asbestos. Places where asbestos was used include:
- Enlisted and officer housing barracks
- Galley and cafeteria mess halls
- Ammo and munitions storage units
- Vehicle motor pools
- Aircraft repair and maintenance units
Furthermore, Asbestos materials were used in nearly every facet of military equipment and service. Although the dangers of asbestos were known at the time, the truth was withheld and hundreds of thousands of sailors and marines may have had their health put at risk. These veterans had an increase chance of developing asbestos-related diseases, including mesothelioma, a rare and deadly form of cancer.
Get Legal Compensation for Your Asbestos-Related Injuries
Navy veterans who were exposed to asbestos during their service are entitled to sue the companies that produced and sold the asbestos used on naval ships and bases. A qualified mesothelioma attorney can help you hold the asbestos manufacturers accountable for their negligent practices. The more quickly you act, the greater your chance of starting your mesothelioma lawsuit and getting the justice you and your family deserve.