NPS/Gateway NRA
Fort Hancock was home to the 52nd Coast Artillery during the 1920-40s.
While the population of Fort Hancock was reduced during peacetime, the Fort was still an active Army post. In addition to soldiers firing large cannon and railway guns, the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and the Citizens Military Training Camp (CMTC) brought young men to Fort Hancock in the 1920s and 1930s. Below are their stories.
Andrew Daino, Civilian Conservation Corps, pdf
Topic: Daily Fort Hancock Life
Topic: Working on Railway Guns
Topic: Minorities and Women at the Fort Hancock
Topic: Walking tour of Fort Hancock