FT. DOUGLAS HISTORY (1962-1965)

The distinguished division commenced its Army Reserve role in December 1946, commanded by Colonel Ross J. Wilson of Kalispell, Montana. His division headquarters was located at Fort Missoula, Montana, with major units in Great Falls, Montana, Phoenix, Arizona, and Salt Lake City Utah. In August 1948, Colonel LeRoy H. Anderson of Conrad Montana was appointed as the Commander. The headquarters moved to Helena, Montana, and then transferred to Fort Douglas, Utah in 1962. Major General Michael B. Kauffman was named commander, followed by Brigadier General Ray D. Free. The division was deactivated in December 1965.

Special thanks to Ray Read at the Ft. Harrison Museum in Helena, MT for this information.