CPS Camp Number 001

CPS Camp Number 001

Technical Agency: Forest Service

Summary:

CPS Camp No. 1, a Forest Service base camp located in Manistee, Michigan and operated by the Brethren Service Committee, opened in June 1941 and closed in July 1941. Men fought fires in fire season and conducted preventative or preparatory work for fire control.

CPS Camp # 1
CPA Camp # 1, Manistee, Michigan
L.C. Blickenstaff (Director) & Marie Blickenstaff at camp.
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CPS Camp # 1
CPS Camp # 1, Manistee Michigan
Taking trees from the shelter for planting.
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Units:

* Map shows general location of units

  • Location: Manistee, Michigan | Opened: June 1941 | Closed: July 1941