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D10858-22
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- 1941-02-17 (Creation)
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(1919-1980)
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Two men stand at attention by a row of vehicles, while another man takes their picture. These vehicles are possibly the armored all terrain scout cars of the 3rd Reconnaissance Troop. The armor plated vehicles were able to roll over any kind of terrain at great speeds. Fort Lewis was the headquarters for the 3rd Division, regular army. Since last September, they have been joined by the 41st Division, National Guard. By the summer of 1941 with the selective service act in full force, Fort Lewis is expected to swell to 50,000 soldiers, making it the fourth largest city in the state- right behind Seattle, Spokane and Tacoma. (T. Times 12/26/1941, pg. 3)
Fort Lewis (Wash.); Military facilities--Wash.;