|
Service Club #1
was located near
the main entrance to the camp. The landmark yellow and black water town
is seen in the background of almost ever photo of the club. Service
Club
#2 was located in the 10th Regimental area for the use of black
servicemen.
The club featured a 9000-volume library,
cafeteria,
and ballroom. "Attractive girls from in an around the .. area" attended
the dances and the orchestras were composed of enlisted men. When not
in
use, the ballroom provided space for Ping-Pong, cards, checkers, chess
and other diversions. The club was also a place to meet other soldiers,
receive visitors, telephone home, write letters (free stationary was
provided),
or just lounge about.
|
 |
