American Legion Post #71
320 East 3900 South in Millcreek, Utah
American Legion Post 112
June 30, 2009
Presented by the Soldiers in gratitude for being such a great partner!
The 96th Regional Readiness Command
thanks you for your support of the unit, soldiers and family’s these past many years.
Your post has set the example for all to follow and you are now a part of the history and legacy of the 96th.
We are proud to call you friends.
In Sincere Appreciation,
The 96th Regional Readiness Command Fort Douglas, Utah
MAJOR GENERAL PETER S. COOKE COMMANDING
The Fort Douglas Slate
Shortly after the Civil War began, President Lincoln directed the Army to establish a post near Salt Lake City. The purpose was to protect the overland mail route and to provide a federal presence in Utah Camp Douglas was established on October 26, 1862.
The roofs of the original buildings were filed with slate. Many of the slates covered these buildings for over a century. This slate presented to you today came from one of the historic buildings at Fort Douglas. Just as this Fort Douglas slate provided protection from the wind, rain, and snow over the years, so will the United States Army Reserve continue to protect and defend the people and the freedoms of the United States of America for centuries to come.
