CPS Camp Number 054

CPS Camp Number 054

Technical Agency: Forest Service

Summary:

CPS Camp No. 54, a Forest Service base camp located near Warner, New Hampshire and operated by the Association of Catholic Conscientious Objectors, opened in October 1942 and closed in February 1943. The men cleared debris remaining from the 1937 hurricane, cutting cordwood and clearing fire lanes. The camp closed within six months.

CPS Camp No. 54
CPS Camp No. 54
Salt was a newsletter published by the men of Camp 54. Only one issue was ever published due to a dispute over authority at the camp.
Digital Image from American Friends Service Committee: Civilian Public Service Records (DG002), Swarthmore College Peace Collection, Swarthmore, Pennsylvania

Units:

* Map shows general location of units

  • Location: Warner, New Hampshire | Opened: October 1942 | Closed: February 1943