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History Fort Carson was established in 1942, following Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor. The city of Colorado Springs purchased land south of the city and donated it to the War Department. Construction began immediately and the fi rst building, the camp headquarters, was completed Jan. 41, 1942. Camp Carson was named in honor of the legendary Army scout, Gen. Christopher “Kit” Carson, who explored much of the west in the 1800s. At the construction’s peak, nearly 11,500 workers were employed on various construction projects at the new camp. Facilities were provided for 35,173 enlisted men, 1,818 offi cers and 592 nurses. Nearly all of the buildings were of the mobilization-type construction with wood-sided exteriors. The hospital was of the semi-permanent-type concrete block and had space for 1,726 beds with expansion capability of 2,000 beds. The 89th Infantry Division was the fi rst major unit to be activated at Camp Carson. During World War II, more than 100,000 soldiers trained here. Along with three other infantry divisions – the 71st, 104th and 10th Mountain – more than 125 units were activated at Camp Carson and more than 100 others were transferred to the Mountain Post from other installations. Nurses, cooks, mule packers, tank battalions, a Greek infantry battalion and an Italian ordnance company – literally soldiers of every type – trained at Camp Carson during the war years. Camp Carson was also home to nearly 9,000 Axis prisoners of war – mostly Ital- Soldiers Exercises and deployments continually hone the skill of Fort Carson soldiers. When not deployed, soldiers also train annually at Pinon Canyon Maneuver Site and the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, Calif. Additionally, units participate in joint exercises around the world, including Central and South Africa, Europe and Southwest Asia. Since 2003, most Fort Carson Units have deployed in support of the Global War on Terrorism. ians and Germans. The internment camp at Camp Carson opened Jan. 1, 1943. These POWs alleviated the manpower shortage in Colorado by doing general farm work, canning tomatoes, cutting corn and aiding in logging operations on Colorado’s Western Slope. Between 1942 and 1956, pack mules were a common sight at Camp Carson. The fi rst shipment arrived by train from Nebraska in July, 1942. The mules were used by fi eld artillery (pack) battalions to carry equipment, weapons and supplies over mountainous terrain. The most famous of these animals was “Hambone,” the pride of the 4th Artillery for 13 years, he carried fi rst sergeants up Ute Pass to Camp Hale. Camp Hale, located near Leadville, was where the Army conducted cold weather and mountain warfare training. Hambone died in March of 1971, and was buried with full military honors. Activity at Camp Carson was greatly reduced following the end of World War II. By April 1946, the military strength at the Mountain Post had dropped to around 600. It appeared Camp Carson would be closed. With the onset of the Korean War, however, activity once again increased. Many Reserve and National Guard units were called to active duty and stationed at Camp Carson. Camp Carson became Fort Carson in 1954. In the 1960s, mechanized units were Fort Carson soldiers and units have been active supporting various community events throughout Colorado. Soldiers from the Mountain Post have conducted fi refi ghting missions in the national forests, search and rescue missions throughout the state, and various other emergency operations. The Mountain Post is host to more than 350 community events such as parades, concerts and fairs every year. Statue of the legendary Gen. Christopher “Kit” Carson. assigned to the Mountain Post. At this time, additional training land was purchased bringing the post to its current size of 140,000 acres. Throughout its history, Fort Carson has been home to nine divisions. An additional training area, comprising 237,000 acres, was purchased in 1983. Named the Pinon Canyon Maneuver Site, this training area is located about 100 miles to the southeast and is used for large force-on-force maneuver training. Comprehensive maneuver and live-fi re training also occurs downrange at Fort Carson. 40 Colorado Springs Relocation GUIDE 2007
Fort Carson Frequently used telephone numbers DSN and commercial calls follow a (691/883 and 526/524-XXXX) format respectively. The local area code is 719. American Red Cross ................................. 526-2311 Anthony’s Pizza ........................................ 576-5661 Armed Forces National Bank .................... 576-6601 Army Community Services ....................... 526-4590 Army Education Center ............................. 526-2124 Army Emergency Relief ............................ 526-0437 Arts and Crafts ......................................... 526-0900 Auto Crafts Center .................................... 526-2147 Barber Shop ............................................. 524-2814 Beauty Shop ............................................. 576-6451 Billeting Offi ce Colorado Inn ..................... 526-4832 Bowling Center ......................................... 526-5542 Boy Scout Youth Center ............................ 526-1240 Burger King .............................................. 576-6757 Central In/Out Processing Center .............. 526-4454 Child and Youth Services .......................... 526-2680 Civilian Personnel ..................................... 526-4524 Class VI Store ........................................... 576-6531 Clothing Sales .......................................... 526-8715 Commissary Information .......................... 526-5505 Community Counseling Center ................. 526-2862 Community Craft Center ........................... 526-0900 Dry Cleaners ............................................ 226-3770 Evans Army Community Hospital .............. 526-5811 Family Child Care ..................................... 526-5475 Fitness Center .......................................... 526-2706 Floral Shop ............................................... 579-8772 General Nutrition Center ........................... 538-0073 Golf Course............................................... 526-4122 Grant Library ............................................ 526-2350 Human Resources .................................... 526-0427 Information ............................................... 526-5811 Kentucky Fried Chicken ............................ 579-8237 Legal Assistance ...................................... 526-5761 McMahon Theather .................................. 526-4629 Mountaineer (Post Newspaper) .............. 526-4144 MWR General Manager ............................ 576-6174 NAF Personnel .......................................... 526-4445 Optical Shop ............................................. 576-5151 Outdoor Recreation .................................. 526-1388 Relgious Activities .................................... 526-5619 Security Service Federal Credit Union ....... 576-6401 Self-Help Housing .................................... 579-1606 Smith Woodcraft Shop .............................. 526-3487 Swimming Pool ........................................ 526-3193 Thrift Shop ............................................... 526-5966 Travel Offi ce ............................................. 576-5188 Turkey Creek Recreation Area .................. 526-3905 Vehicle Registration .................................. 526-8503 Veterinary Services .................................. 526-1222 Welcome Center ....................................... 526-2424 Wellness Center ....................................... 526-3887 Golf Course facilities at Fort Carson. Relocation GUIDE 2007 Colorado Springs 41
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