Military myths: Numerous misconceptions abound about military in Yuma
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Gen. George S. Patton (left) is photographed with Gen. Walton Walker. Patton established a training center in the California desert and Walker expanded it after Patton left, eventually preparing more than 1 million troops between 1942 and 1944.
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Military myths: Numerous misconceptions abound about military in Yuma.
The military has had a strong presence in Yuma for many years, so it's not surprising that the region has been the subject of numerous myths and misconceptions relating to the military. Which stories are real? Which ones are only legend — with perhaps a kernel of truth?
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