Members of Minnesota's Greatest Generation who served in the Civilian Conservation Corps made major contributions in building the Minnesota landscape we enjoy today.
Better Men, A Better Minnesota
The benefits from the CCC were many. Men sent much needed money home to their families, learning lifelong skills and self-discipline. Minnesota benefitted from new trees, roads, buildings and art.
An Honest Day’s Work
At a time when many American workers were out of a job, the Civilian Conservation Corps offered young men an opportunity to learn new skills while doing an honest day's work.
Leaving Home
Going to a CCC Camp was often a young man’s first experience away from home.
Life in a CCC Camp
At a time when many American workers were out of a job, the Civilian Conservation Corps offered young men an opportunity to learn new skills while doing an honest day's work.
