World War II at Camp Hale: Blazing a New Trail in the Rockies

World War II at Camp Hale: Blazing a New Trail in the Rockies

In April 1942, a little over two years before the Tenth Mountain Division officially obtained its name, the U.S. Army began the unprecedented construction of a training facility for its newly acquired ski and mountain troops. Located near Pando in Coloradoï¿½s Sawatch Range, the site eventually known as Camp Hale sits at an elevation of 9,250 feet. Immense challenges in its creation and subsequent training included ongoing racial conflict, the high altitude and blustery winters. However, thanks to contributions from civilian workers and the Womenï¿½s Army Corps and support from neighboring communities, the camp trained soldiers who helped defeat the Axis powers in World War II. Veteran David R. Witte brings to life this enduring story.
Country USA
Manufacturer Arcadia Publishing
Binding Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate 2022-05-10
Format Kindle eBook

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