GENERAL JOHN J. PERSHING BOYHOOD HOME

LACLEDE, MO

The General John J. Pershing Boyhood Home is a historic site located in Laclede, Missouri. It is the birthplace and childhood home of General John J. Pershing, who served as the commander of the American Expeditionary Forces during World War I. The home is a two-story white frame house that was built in the mid-19th century. It was purchased by Pershing's parents in 1876, and Pershing lived there until he left for college in 1882.

The house has been preserved as a museum, and visitors can take guided tours of the home and learn about Pershing's life and military career. The museum features exhibits on Pershing's service in the Spanish-American War, his time as superintendent of West Point, and his leadership during World War I. The museum also contains a collection of artifacts and memorabilia related to Pershing's life, including his military uniforms, personal items, and photographs.

In addition to the museum, the site also includes a visitor center, gift shop, and several outdoor exhibits, including a replica of Pershing's childhood schoolhouse and a World War I trench exhibit. The General John J. Pershing Boyhood Home is a National Historic Site and is open to the public for tours and educational programs.

GENERAL JOHN J. PERSHING BOYHOOD HOME is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in LACLEDE MO. US MID #8402900666

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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GENERAL JOHN J. PERSHING BOYHOOD HOME
PO BOX 141
LACLEDE
MO
64651-0141

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