Wakulla Springs Honored with New Historical Marker for WWII Military Training
A new historical marker has been installed at Wakulla Springs in Wakulla County to honor the lesser-known history of World War II military training that occurred there, including water maneuvers and jungle warfare practice by Army soldiers.
Tallahassee Thomasville, FL, November 11, 2026 — A new historical marker has been installed at Wakulla Springs in Wakulla County. The marker serves to honor the site’s lesser-known history as a location for World War II military training.
The installation commemorates activities that took place during World War II, specifically focusing on training exercises conducted by Army soldiers. These exercises included water maneuvers and practice in jungle warfare.
The historical marker aims to bring attention to this aspect of Wakulla Springs’ past, which may not be widely recognized. The specific details regarding the dates of this military training, the units involved, or the exact nature of the training beyond water maneuvers and jungle warfare practice were not provided in the available information.
The location, Wakulla Springs in Wakulla County, is now recognized with this marker, acknowledging the role it played in military preparedness during a significant historical period. Further information on the dedication of the marker or any associated historical research was not detailed.
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