Inspired by the need to provide for the National Defense, this building trained, mustered and sent off countless military groups to defend and protect our interests at home and abroad. Training and drills kept the troops sharp and at the ready for the moment when duty called. That’s just part of the service this iconic building provided to this city and region. Sporting events, dances and performances filled the hall bringing the community together in celebration of the lifestyle our freedom afforded us.
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Armory
A great photo of the armory. I remember the days when the Naval Reserve would hold their weekend drills there. It will be a shame to lose this part of NR history. I can’t belive that redeveloping the city means robbing it of it’s history. Let’s hope that this building is the last historic place the city demolishes in it’s quest to re-develop NR.