“These buildings were from Camp Blanding right after World War II. They would take them from the camp and move them to your lot. Hundreds of people bought them and were very happy. I think the cost was something like $750.00 total. 1947, 1948, 1949.” LS
The sign in front of one of the buildings is for the Mohawk Wrecking Company. I wonder if any of these are still around?
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I happen to know where at least 2 of these houses still stand today. Though both have been added on to, there is zero doubt about these being from Camp Blanding.
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My in-laws have one. Over on shen ave. On westside behind Lowes by the jug tavern. There is a few over on this road.
As a boy, I remember these Blanding buildings being moved to the area on Murray Hill south of Post St and east of the Murray Hill (Ruth Upson) school
I’ve been told I have an officer’s quarters building.
It’s on the St. John’s river on CR 13 S.
Any information? Would love to have a vintage photo of the building.
Mark, There is only this one image in the collection and I don’t know a lot more about the history of the other houses. You might be able to get additional information from the museum at Camp Blanding. Bob Self/Vintage Jacksonville
I grew up in one of these houses. It has been moved three times. My father added on to it to accommodate a family of eight. It remains in my family to this day and is a beloved part of our heritage.