has been designated a
Registered National Historic Landmark
Under the provisions of the Historic Sites Act of August 21, 1955
this site possesses exceptional value in commemorating and illuminating the history of the United States
U.S. . . . — — Map (db m152697) HM
Pratt Hall
B.G. R.H. Pratt, Supt
Carlisle Indian Industrial School 1879-1904
In 1879, Pratt successfully lobbied the Department of the Interior and the War Department for the establishment of an Indian school at the abandoned cavalry barracks . . . — — Map (db m123244) HM
On High Street (U.S. 11), on the left when traveling east.
One of the great debates of our Country's history and legacy is what scholars call "the two Civil Wars": the first a matter of campaigns, generals, and troop movements and the second focusing on the ways that the great conflict affected the daily . . . — — Map (db m167853) HM
On Pomfret Street, on the right when traveling east.
Built by Saint M. Katharine Drexel, S.B.S., Philadelphia heiress (1858-1955). Here she conducted a “select free colored school” for black children and served the Carlisle Indian School. She vowed to be “mother and servant of the . . . — — Map (db m19445) HM
On East Pomfret Street east of S Bedford Street, on the right when traveling east.
On February 5, 1779, a Catholic parish was established on this site and later named after Saint Patrick. From the earliest years, a burial ground was on the southern section of this lot. A red sandstone grave marker engraved in German script is . . . — — Map (db m153305) HM
On Flower Road at Guardhouse Lane, on the right when traveling north on Flower Road.
In commemoration of the various schools housed at Carlisle Barracks during the period 1776-1976
Artillery School 1777-1783
Recruiting Depot and Basic Training for Dragoons, Artillery, and Infantry 1791-1818
Recruiting Depot USN 1828
Cavalry . . . — — Map (db m119113) HM
On Giant Lane south of York Road (Pennsylvania Route 74), on the left when traveling south.
In 1865, J.W. Bosler purchased the tract of land on which you are now standing. Mr. Bosler planted the landscape and the magnificent trees that you see before you. The property remained in the Bosler Family for more than sixty years until 1928. Over . . . — — Map (db m135273) HM
On West High Street near North Pitt Street, on the right when traveling west.
Robert E. Lee chose the Cumberland Valley as his invasion route into Pennsylvania, partly because it was the breadbasket of the region and could supply not only preserved meat and canned goods, but also mules, horses, cattle, and other livestock . . . — — Map (db m167901) HM
James Sullivan, fifteen years old at the time of the shelling of Carlisle on July 1, 1863, stated, "...Mother...convinced of the bombardment...decided we had better get away from our part of town...She...set out with her two reluctant children up . . . — — Map (db m30293) HM
On Pomfret Street, on the right when traveling east.
In 1779, Father Charles Sewall, S.J., took title to a lot here. Log structure built 1784; brick edifice in 1806. Present church erected 1893 by Father Henry G. Ganss. Adjacent is St. Katherine's Hall, built by Mother Katherine Drexel, 1901, for . . . — — Map (db m19446) HM
Light Pollution Reduction
Outdoor light fixtures at Lamberton Middle School are designed to direct light toward the ground or the building, rather than allowing light to escape into the sky. These fixtures focus light where it is needed and . . . — — Map (db m120796) HM
On W High Street (U.S. 11), on the left when traveling west.
Named for Dr. Benjamin Rush (1745-1813) of Philadelphia, signer of the Declaration of Independence and the most eminent physician of his day. Prime mover in securing the college charter. — — Map (db m35319) HM
On High Street (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling east.
The Carlisle Theatre, originally called The Comerford, opened its doors in May of 1939. It was by far the grandest of three movie “palaces” all within a block of one another and was the first centrally air conditioned building in Carlisle.
The . . . — — Map (db m16078) HM
On West High Street (U.S. 11) 0.1 miles west of North College Street, on the right when traveling west.
Named for Charles Nisbet (1736-1804) of Montrose, Scotland, one of the great scholars of his time. First President of the College. — — Map (db m82796) HM
On West High Street (U.S. 11) at Pitt Street, on the right when traveling west on West High Street.
Revolutionary war period gunsmith Thomas Butler, Sr., emigrated from Dublin, Ireland with his wife Eleanor Parker Butler and three sons. Originally settling in Lancaster, the Butlers moved their residence to this site, known as Lot #61 on the . . . — — Map (db m185765) HM
On W High Street (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling west. Reported missing.
In 1758, after three years of war in North America with the French and Indian alliance, the British Empire launched the Forbes Expedition. The campaign began in Carlisle, the county seat for territory that extended to the Ohio River. The British . . . — — Map (db m166741) HM
The Hessian Powder Magazine was constructed at Carlisle Barracks in 1777 during the American War for Independence from the British government. Carlisle was a growing depot in support of Gen. George Washington's Continental Army. The magazine stored . . . — — Map (db m52216) HM
On High Street (U.S. 11) at Pitt Street, on the right when traveling west on High Street.
On August 19, 1837, a jubilant throng gathered in Carlisle to watch the Cumberland Valley Railroad's first train roll down High Street. Bands played, speeches were made, and the crowds cheered as the “Cumberland Valley” locomotive and . . . — — Map (db m16088) HM
On W. High Street at West Street on W. High Street.
Named for John Dickinson President of Pennsylvania and of Delaware. "The penman of the Revolution," and first president of the Board of Trustees of this college. — — Map (db m30319) HM
Thanks to the dedication, appreciation, love and respect that Ms. Fleta Jordan had for her ancestors, she went to court to save the Jordan gravestone from being removed as a result of the April 20, 1967 Court Order designating the Borough of . . . — — Map (db m53627) HM
On Hanover Street (Pennsylvania Route 34) at Liberty Avenue, on the right when traveling north on Hanover Street.
Although Pennsylvania was a free state, where no person could be born into slavery, ownership of slaves had not been illegal, and as recently as 1840, two-dozen slaves were held in bondage in Cumberland County. At that time, more than three hundred . . . — — Map (db m30848) HM
On West High Street (U.S. 11) at West Street, on the right when traveling east on West High Street.
This colonial revival-style home began as a smaller “villa,” built in 1833 by the Hon. John Reed, who had attended Dickinson College with the class of 1806. Through classes conducted in the basement of this house, Judge Reed in 1834 gave . . . — — Map (db m43947) HM
On Hanover Street (U.S. 11), on the left when traveling north.
Near Pittsburgh, on July 9, 1755, a French and Native American force decimated a small British and colonial army led by Edward Braddock, opening all of Pennsylvania to Indian raids. The Delaware tribe, under their leader Shingas, raided, killing and . . . — — Map (db m15796) HM
On S Hanover Street north of E Chapel Street, on the right when traveling north.
The purchase of this property was funded by the G. B. Stuart Charitable Foundation Mr. Stuart’s ancestor, Samuel Stuart (also known as Stewart), purchased this property September 7, 1778, where he engaged in tavern keeping and for a period of time . . . — — Map (db m35246) HM
On Hanover Street (State Highway 34) at High Street (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling south on Hanover Street.
On June 27, 1863, a dusty column of 15,000 rebels led by General Richard Ewell marched up the road from Shippensburg into Carlisle. Foraging for supplies, they camped here until Tuesday, June 30. They departed that day, headed towards Mount Holly . . . — — Map (db m204090) HM
On Louther Street at Morris Avenue, on the right when traveling west on Louther Street.
On April 6, 1789, a group of local real estate owners - worried about the possibility of fire in the borough - organized Carlisle's first volunteer fire company. They named and modeled it after the Union Fire Company of Philadelphia, the first fire . . . — — Map (db m30832) HM
On High Street (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling west.
On this lot Thomas Butler had his home and gunshop about 1764; the latter still stands to the rear. Butler and five sons, all officers, served in the Revolution. Often referred to as the “Fighting Butlers.” — — Map (db m16071) HM
On East South Street east of Cemetery Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
The first battalion in the colonies authorized by Congress, June, 1775. Totaling nine companies, it was initially led by Col. William Thompson of Carlisle. Later the organization became the First Pennsylvania Continental Regiment. — — Map (db m217126) HM
On North Pitt Street north of West High Street (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling north.
First Block of North Pitt Street
Carlisle, PA (You are here)
The first block of North Pitt Street has seen many changes over the years. On the northeast corner of North Pitt and West High streets sits the Hamilton . . . — — Map (db m217335) HM
Dedicated to the Glory of God
in memory of All Veterans who have
honorably served their country
Flag flying
in memory of
All Veterans
[Honor Roll of Veterans] — — Map (db m119981) WM
On S Hanover Street at W High Street, on the right when traveling south on S Hanover Street.
Dedicated to all veterans of Cumberland County
for their services dedication and contributions to freedom and for their sacrifices so that we may continue to live in peace
Erected June 1983 — — Map (db m152836) WM
On W High Street (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling west.
West College – known affectionately as Old West – traces its roots to February 1803, when the college’s main building burned to the ground after four years of costly construction. In a bind, the college trustees appealed for help. . . . — — Map (db m35322) HM
On E High Street (U.S. 11), on the right when traveling east.
Liberty Truth In commemoration of the patriotism of our brothers who went forth at the call of their country to serve in two World Wars and in memory of these who died that Liberty might live World War I Abram Dewalt . . . — — Map (db m35567) HM
Although taking unit mascots on campaigns and into action has been widespread throughout military history, the most notable in American history is most likely “Old Abe”, the war eagle. Purchased by a member of the future 8th Wisconsin Volunteer . . . — — Map (db m103970) HM
Near Army Heritage Drive. Reported permanently removed.
Soldiers of the Third Platoon, Charlie Company, Sixth Medium Tank Battalion, 24th Infantry Division received an urgent message on April 25, 1951. It was from the Rangers of the Eighth Ranger Company (Airborne) (code name Old Rose), who found . . . — — Map (db m104741) HM
Soldiers of the Third Platoon, Charlie Company, Sixth Medium Tank Battalion, 24th Infantry Division received an urgent message on April 25, 1951. It was from the Rangers of the Eighth Ranger Company (code named Old Rose), who found themselves . . . — — Map (db m217326) HM
The M102 howitzer was introduced in 1964 to replace the older M101A1 howitzer. Utilizing a lightweight aluminum carriage, the M102 could be easily airlifted by helicopter, dropped with airborne units, or pulled by a vehicle. The wishbone shaped . . . — — Map (db m104331) HM
44th Bomb Group (Heavy)
8th Air Force – U.S. Army Air Corps
Station 115, Shipdham, England
Sept. 1942 – May 1945
66th, 67th, 68th, 506th Squadrons
8000 personnel/344 combat missions
153 B-24s lost/330 Axis aircraft AC shot . . . — — Map (db m104821) WM
(Obverse)
88th Infantry
Blue Devil Division
The first all-draftee unit in WWII
WW-I
1917-1919
Alsace
KIA-12
WIA-66
WW-II
1942-1945
Rome-Arno
North Appennines
Po Valley
KIA-2937
WIA-8248
MIA-510
Dedicated by Northeastern Chapter . . . — — Map (db m104823) WM
Captain Daniel Cushing, 2nd U.S. Artillery, noted in his diary of 16 February 1813, that the men “placed one twelve pound cannon in the lower blockhouse. Gen. [William Henry] Harrison gave notice this evening that he expected to be attacked . . . — — Map (db m104888) HM
On Army Heritage Trail south of Soldiers Drive, on the right when traveling west.
On a cold, late September day in 1877, Captain Edward Settle Godfrey commanded Company D of the 7th U.S. Cavalry in a charge against the Nez Perce at Bear Paw Mountain. His horse was shot out from under him causing the young Captain to take a . . . — — Map (db m217316) HM
While the German Army was often at the forefront of technological development during World War II, one area where they lacked consistency was in antitank weapons. The Germans copied designs from the Swiss and even re-engineered captured Russian . . . — — Map (db m105017) HM
A Soldier Story:
The capture of the flag of the 11th Mississippi Infantry
17 September 1862
“Col. Dwight caught up our rebel flag.”
Capt. Charles F. Morse
Company B, 2nd Mass. Infantry — — Map (db m105013) HM
Near Soldiers Drive west of Army Heritage Drive. Reported missing.
In the Maryland Campaign of September 1862, the Hagerstown Turnpike, a privately built toll road, served as a valuable route for troop movements. The Turnpike possibly was a macadam road, constructed with layers of broken-down stones. The . . . — — Map (db m123137) HM
Near Army Heritage Drive. Reported permanently removed.
As World War I progressed, German strategy took a defensive posture. While Allied trenches were designed for the purpose of launching attacks and raids, German trenches were developed with strongly prepares 2nd and 3rd tier defensive lines. These . . . — — Map (db m104325) HM
Near Army Heritage Trail south of Soldiers Drive, on the right when traveling south.
As World War I progressed, German strategy took on a defensive posture. While Allied trenches were designed for the purpose of launching attacks and raids, German trenches were developed with strongly prepared 2nd and 3rd tier defensive lines. . . . — — Map (db m217242) HM
The Army Medical Department that served in France was the best equipped and trained Medical Department up to that time. Trained enlisted aid men were attached to each company in a division and provided immediate care and evacuated the wounded to an . . . — — Map (db m104087) HM
The helicopter evolved during World War II and while its military application was clear, the technology took time to advance to meet its expectations. By the end of WWII designs were being fielded and during the Korean War helicopters were . . . — — Map (db m104444) HM
When 1st Battalion, 7th Cavalry arrived at LZ X-Ray, the Soldiers fanned out to develop a defensive perimeter. One of those Soldiers was SP4 Bill Beck of Steelton, PA. He was a member of an M-60 machinegun crew of Weapons Squad, 3rd Platoon, Alpha . . . — — Map (db m104446) HM
“General Gibbon, our commander, had just ordered Lieutenant Stewart to take his section about one hundred yards to the right of the Hagerstown Pike, in front of two straw stacks, when he beckoned me to follow. No sooner had we unlimbered, when a . . . — — Map (db m202135) HM
William F. Hale entered the Army in August 1972, and completed basic training at Fort Polk, Louisiana. He began his specialty training, Sergeant Missile Crewman at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, in January 1973. By 1991, after advancing through many training . . . — — Map (db m104802) HM
Cook House
Soldiers on Active campaigns were issued raw rations which they prepared themselves, usually over an open fire. While in winter quarters, company cooks prepared and served food from a log cook house. Food prepared by the cooks . . . — — Map (db m202136) HM
During the American Civil War, the onset of winter weather brought much of the fighting to a close until Spring. Federal and Confederate troops erected winter quarters from forests and scavenged from structures. Construction styles varied and each . . . — — Map (db m202137) HM
Near Army Heritage Drive. Reported permanently removed.
Joe Newsome, a Pennsylvania native, graduated from the Pennsylvania Military College in 1961 and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the US Army. During his 28-year career he served in a variety of units, including Field Artillery and . . . — — Map (db m104443) HM
The end of the Second World War brought an alignment of the developed world behind each of the world’s two superpowers: the United States and the Soviet Union. The West’s struggle against the worldwide threat of Communism came to be called the . . . — — Map (db m202138) HM
On Army Heritage Trail south of Soldiers Drive, on the left when traveling south.
Joe Newsome, a Pennsylvania native, graduated from the Pennsylvania Military College in 1961 and was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the US Army. During his 28-year career he served in a variety of units, including Field Artillery and . . . — — Map (db m217265) HM
On Army Heritage Trail south of Soldiers Drive, on the right when traveling north.
Peter Mansoor graduated first in his class from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in 1982. Twenty-one years later in July 2003, as a recent graduate of the U.S. Army War College, he took command of the 1st Brigade, 1st Armored Division . . . — — Map (db m217330) HM
Near Army Heritage Drive. Reported permanently removed.
Colonel Robert W. Black was born on June 15, 1926 in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. He grew up on a farm between Carlisle and Gettysburg. He enlisted in the regular Army after High School, volunteered for the Airborne and completed Parachute and Glider . . . — — Map (db m104963) HM
Near Army Heritage Trail south of Soldiers Drive, on the right when traveling west.
Robert W. Black was born on June 15, 1929 in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. He grew up on a farm between Carlisle and Gettysburg. He enlisted in the Regular Army after High School, volunteered for the Airborne and completed Parachute and Glider . . . — — Map (db m217315) HM
Near Army Heritage Drive south of Soldiers Drive, on the right when traveling south.
Vincent Tedesco's twenty seven years of service in the Army started in 1964, when he was commissioned as a second lieutenant of Artillery. He was later assigned to the 1st Battalion, 44th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, one of the three "Duster" . . . — — Map (db m217260) HM
Near Army Heritage Trail south of Soldiers Drive, on the right when traveling south.
Underground rooms called dugouts were used for a variety of purposes, including storing supplies, housing troops, and serving as communication centers near the front line. Many were built deep underground, using heavy timbers and corrugated iron . . . — — Map (db m217217) HM
On April 25, 1951, the Eighth Ranger Company (Airborne) found themselves heavily engaged with Chinese forces as they provided forward reconnaissance during the withdrawal of the 24th Infantry Division near a Korean terrain feature designated Hill . . . — — Map (db m202139) HM
At the age of fifteen John D. LaWall enlisted in the 27th U.S. Volunteer Infantry. He returned home in 1901 and wrote a brief summary of his service during the Philippine Insurrection.
There is a time in the life of nearly . . . — — Map (db m103939) HM
Near Army Heritage Drive. Reported permanently removed.
The 8 Inch Howitzer was a large-caliber field artillery piece, which provided long-range fire support to Army combat units during World War II (where it was first fielded in 1944), the Korean War, Vietnam, and Cold War. Based on the British 8 . . . — — Map (db m202140) HM
On Army Heritage Trail south of Soldiers Drive, on the left when traveling south.
The 8 inch Howitzer was a large-caliber field artillery piece, which provided long-range fire support to Army combat units during World War II (where it was the first fielded in 1944), the Korean War, Vietnam, and the Cold War. Based on the . . . — — Map (db m217329) HM
Promised by a sergeant that he would only play a drum during recruiting duty. Jarvis Hanks of the 11th U.S. Infantry, who at 14 years of age, would beat his drum at one of the most formative moments of Army history. Combining communication and . . . — — Map (db m104886) HM
On Army Heritage Drive south of Soldiers Drive, on the right when traveling south.
"We went to war because our country asked us to go, because our new president… ordered us to go, but more importantly because we saw it as our duty to go."
Lt. Gen. Harold G. Moore, USA (Ret.)
“We Were Soldiers Once…and . . . — — Map (db m104563) HM
Near Army Heritage Drive. Reported permanently removed.
Following the close of the fighting around LZ X-Ray, The NVA forces disengaged and disappeared into the surrounding foliage. Us commanders began to remove their troops from the field primarily by helicopter. Because of the extensive air traffic . . . — — Map (db m104447) HM
Near Army Heritage Trail south of Soldiers Drive, on the right when traveling south.
Following the close of the fighting around Landing Zone (LZ) X-Ray, the NVA forces disengaged and disappeared into the surrounding foliage. US commanders began to remove their troops from the field primarily by helicopter. Because of the . . . — — Map (db m217262) HM
On Soldiers Drive south of Army Heritage Drive, on the right when traveling east.
The M109 series SP howitzer provided quick and efficient mobile artillery support on the battlefield from the Vietnam War to the Global War on Terror. Introduced in 1963, the M109 retained the same chassis and turret as its predecessor, the M108 . . . — — Map (db m217133) HM
On Army Heritage Drive. Reported permanently removed.
The M109 series SP howitzer provided artillery support on the battlefield from Vietnam to the Global War on Terror. Introduced in 1963, the M109 retained the same chassis and turret as its predecessor, the M108 105mm SP howitzer, but boasted a 155mm . . . — — Map (db m84118) HM
Near Army Heritage Drive. Reported permanently removed.
The AH-1G “Cobra” or “Snake” helicopter system filled the Army’s need for a fast armed escort/attack helicopter in Vietnam. unlike the lightly armed Huey, the Cobra carried an array of weapons systems that quickly proved their tactical value by . . . — — Map (db m104743) HM
On Army Heritage Trail south of Soldiers Drive, on the right when traveling south.
The AH-1G "Cobra" or "Snake" helicopter system filled the Army's need for a fast, armed escort/attack helicopter in Vietnam. Unlike the lightly armed Huey, the Cobra carried an array of weapon systems that quickly proved their tactical value to . . . — — Map (db m217322) HM
Francis Marion was born in 1732 on his family’s plantation in St. John’s parish, Berkeley County, South Carolina. Marion became famous for his highly effective use of guerilla warfare and he served as a model for the future United States Army . . . — — Map (db m104965) HM
On Soldiers Drive south of Army Heritage Drive, on the right when traveling east.
General Matthew Bunker Ridgway (1895-1993) graduated from the U.S. Military Academy in 1917 and held infantry unit and staff positions, attended Army schools, and served overseas during the interwar period. During World War II he led the 82nd . . . — — Map (db m217088) HM
On Soldiers Drive south of Army Heritage Drive, on the right when traveling east.
Gold Beach was in the center of the Allied landing beaches and was divided into four sectors: "How," "Item," "Jig," and "King." 25,000 soldiers from the British 50th Division and the No. 47 Royal Marine Commandoes assaulted Gold Beach. The . . . — — Map (db m217141) HM
Near Army Heritage Drive. Reported permanently removed.
Every American installation was protected by barbed wire obstructions, bunkers and guarded by a chain of tower that provided an elevated position from which to observe the protective perimeter. Initially these towers were constructed of wood and . . . — — Map (db m104383) HM
In late March of 2009 the 817th Engineer Company of the North Dakota Army National Guard used HESCO barriers instead of sandbags to hold back a flood near Fargo North Dakota. “I saw them all the time in Iraq,” Karsky said, ‘but I . . . — — Map (db m84186) HM
Hercules Engineering Solutions Consortium (HESCO) Barriers HESCO Barriers are a modern type of gabion currently employed in the battlespaces of Iraq and Afghanistan. HESCO barriers are constructed of Galfan coated steel welded mesh and lined . . . — — Map (db m202141) WM
Building a HESCO Position in Afghanistan: An Army Engineer's Perspective “Once the initial reconnaissance has occurred and the land has been approved, the S4 and engineers need to generate a supply request for triple-strand concertina, . . . — — Map (db m84184) HM
From early May 2003-January 2004 we occupied an abandoned Iraqi military base near the town of Sinjar. Soon after our arrival the outer cordon of the base was built using HESCO barriers which we used as guard positions and to control access to . . . — — Map (db m84185) HM
IEDs are low-technology explosive devices, which are usually homemade. Materials used to make these devices vary widely and include locally sourced switches, power supplies, initiators, explosive devices, and charge containers. IEDs are commonly . . . — — Map (db m123183) HM
During World War II millions of draftees began their military service by reporting to induction centers established throughout the country. At the induction center future soldiers had to successfully complete the following tasks: . . . — — Map (db m105022) HM
Special Services Brigades of the 3rd Canadian Infantry Division and the 2nd Canadian Armoured Brigade were assigned to assault Juno Beach. Juno was divided into three sectors: “Mike”, “Nan”, and “Love.” The objective was to secure a beachhead and . . . — — Map (db m230489) HM
Of the women who accompanied Civil War armies, many disguised themselves as men. Born and reared in British Army camps in Africa, where women were commonplace, Kady chose to retain her identity. She followed her husband, Robert Brownwell, into . . . — — Map (db m148170) HM
On Army Heritage Trail south of Soldiers Drive, on the right when traveling south.
Brent Bankus started his twenty six year Army career in 1979 as a 2nd Lieutenant after completing the Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) program and graduating from Bloomsburg University in Pennsylvania. He entered the Armor Office Basic . . . — — Map (db m217321) HM
William Orlando Darby was born on February 9, 1911. He grew up in Fort Smith, Arkansas. He was a former Boy Scout and was an excellent student. Darby attended the United States Military Academy at West Point. He graduated in 1933 as a Second . . . — — Map (db m148269) HM
The dispatch runners of the Argonne Forest, October 1918
“… and infantry runner passed by…”
Private Meyer Cohen, 304th Field Artillery
“So I took my .45 Colt out of its holster and put it in my overcoat and I had it . . . — — Map (db m104565) HM
On Army Heritage Drive. Reported permanently removed.
Each Division had three Machine Gun Battalions and each Infantry Regiment had a Machine Gun Company attached that were armed with one of the variety of machine guns in use by the American Expeditionary Forces.
Near Army Heritage Trail south of Soldiers Drive, on the right when traveling south.
Each division in the American Expeditionary Forces had three machine gun battalions. Each infantry regiment contained a machine gun company. Throughout the war, the AEF's heavy machine guns consisted of the American Browning M1917 Machine Gun, . . . — — Map (db m217230) HM
On Soldiers Drive south of Army Heritage Drive, in the median.
The "BFIST" significantly changed the modern battlefield. For the first time in warfare, artillerymen were able to produce "precision fires" quickly and routinely. Plus, it provided excellent protection and the speed to keep up with . . . — — Map (db m217087) HM
Near Army Heritage Trail south of Soldiers Drive, on the right when traveling south.
Donald Kyler was sixteen years of age when he enlisted in the Regular Army in April of 1917. A native of Whitley County, Indiana, he grew up on a farm near the small town of Collamer. With the consent of one of his family, he enlisted at Fort . . . — — Map (db m217213) HM
Donald Kyler was sixteen years of age when he enlisted in the Regular Army in April of 1917. A native of Whitley County, Indiana, he grew up on a farm and in the small town of Collamer. With the consent of one of his family, he enlisted at Fort . . . — — Map (db m104048) HM
Near Soldiers Drive west of Army Heritage Drive. Reported missing.
Named after Napoleon III, Emperor of France, the bronze tube design adopted in 1857 became the most widely used smoothbore artillery piece during the Civil War. At the battle of Antietam the U.S. Army employed 108 “Napoleon” pieces on . . . — — Map (db m123138) HM
On Army Heritage Trail south of Soldiers Drive, on the left when traveling south.
By 1918, the developments in telephone and telegraphic communications played a major role in how armies fought on the battlefield. For artillerists, this meant the eventual end of signal flags and runners. Now forward observers could report back . . . — — Map (db m217240) HM
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