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LOCATION for a DETENTION CAMP in WYOMING -1942 , 1996-1997

 File — Box: MS611.02, Folder: MS611.02.44
Identifier: MS611.02.44

Scope and Contents

The “Relocation Centers,” as they were called, were in fact detention or concentration camps. The camps were required to be away from the West Coast “Military Zone,” and were to be of federal land not useful for other wartime needs. The camps were to be isolated from military installations, yet accessible by train. Water and electricity were also to be available. Initially there was a lot of speculation as to the final locations for the camps. Wyoming was always a consideration.

Dates

  • 1996-1997

Conditions Governing Access

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Extent

From the Collection: 20 boxes

Language of Materials

English

Creator

Repository Details

Part of the McCracken Research Library Repository

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