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The History of Camp Willis

In 1916, the development of land that would become Upper Arlington was halted and used instead as a training camp for troops to be dispatched against Pancho Villa on the Mexican border. Family members and residents tell us about the short-lived Camp Willis.

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Central Ohio Veterans

We honor Central Ohio veterans through their stories and experiences. Learn about Camp Willis, a training camp for troops on the land where Upper Arlington was later established. See the story of Frank Higgs, the inspiration for a character in local comic strip “Terry and the Pirates.” Hear about the student veteran experience, and watch as […]

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