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The Historical Society of the Nyacks presents

CAMP SHANKS AND SHANKS VILLAGE

A narrated slide presentation

by Scott E. Webber, historian, author

 

Hear the stories and see the sights of “Last Stop USA,” the largest World War II Army embarkation camp, processing 1.3 million service personnel.

 

Learn how these Orangeburg barracks were transformed into housing for postwar veterans.

 

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Well-attended programs were held at the Nyack Center and Valley Cottage Library during October, 2003 and we are planning additional showings.

 

Contact Bob Goldberg for more information