Camp Gordon Johnston Museum in Carrabelle, Florida
Camp Gordon Johnston opened in 1942 for the sole purpose of training amphibious soldiers and their support groups. This camp trained a quarter of a million men, closing in June of 1946.
The Camp Gordon Johnston Museum is located in downtown Carrabelle. This museum promotes not only the history of World War II, but also portrays the gigantic effort that our nation poured into this conflict. The Camp Gordon Johnston Museum has complied an extensive history of the various units that trained here, as well as photographic displays of the area and life as it existed at the camp.
Furthermore, The Camp Gordon Johnston veterans have contributed the artifacts brought back from battles overseas, along with the uniforms, mess kits, and all sorts of souvenirs. It is a must see for anyone visiting this area.
For more information, please contact the Camp Gordon Johnston Association, P.O. Box 1334, Carrabelle, Florida 32322 (850) 697-8575.
