“an international tourist attraction”
The museum and education center honors the U.S. Army's first officer candidate class for African American men in 1917, and the establishment of the first Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC's) in 1942. A proud tradition of excellence and integrity born on a cavalry post at Fort Des Moines, Iowa.
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Fort Des Moines Museum and Education Center
75 East Army Post Road
Des Moines,
Iowa
50315
USA
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Open now until 4:00 pm
- Mon - Sat: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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