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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1AGF_skyline-drive-historic-district_Syria-VA.html
Has been placed on theNational Register of Historic Placesby the United StatesDepartment of the InteriorApril 28, 1997
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMUQY_iron-mike_Syria-VA.html
Between 1933 and 1942 more than 10,000 young men served in the Civilian Conservation Corps camps in Shenandoah National Park, These "boys" created the form and fabric of the new park so that future generations could find recreation and re-creation…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMUQI_civilian-conservation-corps_Syria-VA.html
During the 1930's, across the meadow from this point was the site of CCC Camp NP-2, Company 350, Camp Fechner.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMUQD_a-rather-biggish-establishment_Syria-VA.html
We discussed the proposed camp as we explored . . . . Conditions necessitateA Ratherbiggish establishment- Lou Henry Hoover, describing the future Rapidan Camp, 1929I have discovered that even the work of the government can be improved by leisurel…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMUQ7_famous-town-hall-visitors_Syria-VA.html
Many famous individuals were invited to visit the President's retreat on the Rapidan River. Among these was Charles A. Lindbergh, the first aviator to fly non-stop from New York to Paris, France in 1927. Lindbergh donated the large parchment lamp …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMUQ5_town-hall_Syria-VA.html
Town Hall was the center for Executive Meetings and social activities here at Camp Hoover. The two stone fireplaces were kept burning during chilly evenings. The President and his guests furnished brilliant conversation nightly on a wide variety o…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMUQ3_town-hall-on-town-hall_Syria-VA.html
The large porch on Town Hall was also given the same name as the cabin. Guests liked the informal gatherings held here when mild weather permitted. The babble of Hemlock Run encouraged everyone to join in the conversations, discussions, and debate…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMUPZ_recreational-pursuits_Syria-VA.html
Trout fishing was the chief pastime at the camp. Other diversions were horseback riding, horseshoe pitching, hiking and working puzzles. Above, is the recreation area adjacent to Town Hall. Below, Richey and Boone work on a jig-saw puzzle.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMUPX_the-mess-hall_Syria-VA.html
The photograph below shows one of several tables in the Mess Hall. Almost everyone ate their meals at the central dining room. This allowed more time for fishing and other outdoor recreation. The rug is of straw matting, in contrast to the Navajo …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMUPL_rapidan-camp_Syria-VA.html
Blue indicates Roads, trails, and structures - 1930sRed indicates Roads, trails and structures - now
Rapidan's Original StructuresFive Tents (blue) - the first structure built; ruins still visible today
Trails End (blue) - guest cabin
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