The Fence-Line of the Camp

The Fence-Line of the Camp

Internment during World War II; Photography; Containment

The image depicts a part of Crystal City Internment Camp's fence and a guard tower. Guards can be seen on horseback beyond the fence. Note also the flood lights every several feet or so.

Holdsworth Photo Collection

Texas State Historical Association

1942-1947

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Emily. “WORLD WAR II INTERNMENT CAMPS.” The Handbook of Texas Online| Texas State Historical Association (TSHA), 15 June 2010, tshaonline.org/handbook/online/articles/quwby.

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Photograph

Crystal City Internment Camp, Crystal City, Texas