Crestline Area in Fort Worth in Tarrant County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
Camp Bowie Boulevard
In 1917-18, this roadway was the main artery through Camp Bowie, a World War I training center. Narrow strips of asphalt paving flanked streetcar tracks that ran the length of the avenue, then called Arlington Heights Boulevard. After the war, business and residential development spread into this area. In 1919 the street was renamed Camp Bowie Boulevard. In 1927-28, like many of the major thoroughfares in Ft. Worth, it was paved with durable Thurber bricks. Today this street is a reminder of Ft. Worth's heritage and a source of pride to area residents.
(1979)
Erected 1979 by Texas Historical Commission. (Marker Number 650.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Roads & Vehicles • War, World I. A significant historical year for this entry is 1919.
Location. 32° 44.626′ N, 97° 22.795′ W. Marker is in Fort Worth, Texas, in Tarrant County. It is in the Crestline Area. Marker is on Camp Bowie Boulevard near Thomas Place, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 4100 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth TX 76107, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. George Herman O'Brien, Jr. (a few steps from this marker); Camp Bowie in World War I (within shouting distance of this marker); Arlington Heights Lodge No. 1184, A.F. and A.M (approx. half a mile away); Midnight (approx. 0.7 miles away); Fairview (approx. 0.8 miles away); Herbert M. Hinckley (approx. 0.8 miles away); Smith-Burnett Home (approx. 0.9 miles away); WWI Camp Bowie Base (approx. 0.9 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Fort Worth.
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