Camp Wolters: Mineral Wells & World War II

Located in Mineral Wells, Camp Wolters was the U.S. Army’s largest Infantry Replacement Training Center during World War II. From 1941-1946, the camp trained an estimated 250,000 soldiers, including Medal of Honor winner Audie Murphy and the infamous Eddie Slovik. The camp was more than just a training facility—it also held German POWs and brought a cascade of changes to its corner of Texas. With millions of dollars being pumped into t...