Middlesex Township near Carlisle in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Traditions Field
Since the earliest days of the military, the numbers of Soldiers required dictated the need for an open area for unit formations, training, close order drill, practice, ceremonial events and interaction. As time passed, the Parade Field became an essential part of any military installation, whether a permanent post or a temporary camp. It was used for formal occasions, inspections, parades, and official events, but it was also an area where Soldiers could gather in their off-time to play sports, and engage in social activities. In short, it became a centerpiece of Soldier life.
The Parade Ground was an aspect of Soldier life that touched all Soldiers, from the commanders who reviewed the troops and conducted ceremonial events, to the Soldier in the ranks who passed in review, or participated in drill and training. Recreational events were also staged there, from the impromptu games that soldiers organized in their off-duty time, to more formal sporting events that pitted individual units against others. It was also a place for entertainment where the band provided music and various demonstrations were presented.
Traditions Field is a representation of those military Parade Fields, providing a large open space for ceremonies, sporting events, and entertainment. It continues that military tradition and honors all those Soldiers from our past and our present, who have answered the nation’s call to duty.
Erected by U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Military • Sports.
Location. 40° 12.15′ N, 77° 9.543′ W. Marker is near Carlisle, Pennsylvania, in Cumberland County. It is in Middlesex Township. Marker can be reached from Army Heritage Drive. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Carlisle PA 17013, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Integrity (here, next to this marker); 8th Armored Division Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Team Spirit (within shouting distance of this marker); Reforger (within shouting distance of this marker); Chief Warrant Officer 4 William F. Hale (Retired) (within shouting distance of this marker); 80th Infantry (within shouting distance of this marker); 88th Infantry (within shouting distance of this marker); The Army’s New 50-Ton Killer (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Carlisle.
Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), February 25, 2023
Credits. This page was last revised on March 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on June 29, 2017, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 170 times since then and 3 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on June 29, 2017, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. 2. submitted on March 2, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. 3. submitted on June 29, 2017, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.