United States Army Tank Corps
This spot marks the site of Camp Colt, the birthplace of the Tank Corps of the United States Army in the spring of 1918. Behind this marker stands a tree planted in soil from each of the 48 States and dedicated in honor of
The commanding Officer
Captain Dwight D. Eisenhowerwho on January 2, 1953 was inaugurated the 34th President of the United States of America.
This living testiment is a tribute of the affection and high esteem of his 1918 Tank Corps comrades.
Dedicated August 23, 1954
World Wars Tank Corps Association
Marker is on Emmitsburg Road (Business U.S. 15), on the right when traveling north.
Courtesy hmdb.org
