K-9 Training Area
Posted by: Groundspeak Charter Member NevaP
N 42° 40.025 W 103° 27.700
13T E 626063 N 4724993
This marker, one of many in Fort Robinson State park, is about a special facility located here during World War II.
Waymark Code: WM4G64
Location: Nebraska, United States
Date Posted: 08/20/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member MNSearchers
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The text of the marker reads: In September 1942 the Fort Robinson War Dog Training Center was established. Barracks, classrooms, administrative offices, and other support buildings were located west and north of here. To the east and north was a sprawling kennel area housing 1,800 dogs. The dogs were trained as guard, scout, messenger, and sled dogs. Training normally lasted 8 to 12 weeks. Nearly 5,000 dogs, half the number used by the Army in World War II, were trained here. The center was deactivated in June 1946.

Fort Robinson State Historical Park
Dawes County
Marker 333

Additional information about the Canine Corps can be found at Link

Marker Name: K-9 Training Area

Roadside: no

Other: yes

Web Address if available:: [Web Link]

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