Cemeteries in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri
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What are the different types of cemeteries in Fort Leonard Wood?
Private Cemeteries in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri often have specific restrictions, such as religious affiliation or family connections. Military Cemeteries in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri are primarily for veterans and individuals who have served in the armed forces, and in some cases, their family members. Public Cemeteries in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri are open to the general public without any particular restrictions.
What information you provide for cemeteries in Fort Leonard Wood?
We offer detailed information for cemeteries in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri , including the names of deceased individuals, their birth and death dates, data about relatives, and cemetery locations. Additionally, you can obtain historical records and conduct searches for ancestors interred in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri .
For how many cemeteries in Fort Leonard Wood does PeopleLegacy have burial data?
Our database contains records of burials from 13 cemeteries.
What is the new name for Fort Leonard Wood?
However, after a brief time, the change of name was successfully challenged by U.S. legislators from Pennsylvania (where George G. Meade, hero of the Battle of Gettysburg, was from), and the name was changed back to Fort Meade. This left the name Leonard Wood unused.
Who can be buried in Missouri Veterans Cemetery?
A Veteran's spouse, widow or widower, minor dependent children, and under certain conditions, unmarried adult children with disabilities may also be eligible for burial. Eligible spouses and children may be buried even if they predecease the Veteran.
What is Fort Leonard Wood known for?
Fort Leonard Wood is home of the U.S. Army Maneuver Support Center of Excellence, where all Chemical, Engineer and Military Police Soldiers, plus many Marines, Airmen, Sailors, Coast Guardsmen and international students from allied nations receive training.
Who is the garrison commander of Fort Leonard Wood?
Anthony Pollio, U.S. Army Garrison Fort Leonard Wood commander, and USAG Fort Leonard Wood Command Sgt.
What type of base is Fort Leonard Wood?
Fort Leonard Wood is a large Army training post located in the heart of the Ozark region in the state of Missouri. The nearest cities are Waynesville, Missouri and St. Robert, Missouri in Pulaski County.
How many soldiers are at Fort Leonard Wood?
Fort Leonard Wood, MO - Units Fort Leonard Wood has a population of over 5,400 active duty soldiers and 2,700 civilians. Some of the major units stationed on Fort Leonard Wood include the 3rd Training Brigade, the 14th Military Police Brigade, and the 3rd Chemical Brigade.