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Camp Ruston - A Brief History

January 28, 2020Written by: Wesley Harris

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While World War II raged across the globe, Americans back on the homefront were heavily engaged in the war effort. There were training camps, military maneuvers, war bond events, and scrap drives. Rationing of food, rubber, and gasoline were necessary to fulfill military needs. World War II affected everyone personally and most did their part to support their country. One of the most fa [...]

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