Plattsburgh Collection

Lake Champlain, from Plattsburg to St. Albans, 1874. Creator: William James Palmer
Lake Champlain, from Plattsburg to St. Albans, 1874. Scenes on Lake Champlain which lies Canada and the USA. Distant view of St

WWI: TRAINING CAMP, 1918. Members of the Hospital Corps Detachment at military training camp in Plattsburgh, New York. Photograph, 1918

GOLF: CLUBHOUSE, 2000. The locker room in the Golf Clubhouse and Equipment Building on the Plattsburgh Air Force Base in Plattsburgh, New York. Photograph by Clayton Fraser, 2000

GOLF: CLUBHOUSE, 2000. The dining room in the Golf Clubhouse and Equipment Building on the Plattsburgh Air Force Base in Plattsburgh, New York. Photograph by Clayton Fraser, 2000

Court House and park, Plattsburgh, N. Y, Clinton County Court House (Plattsburgh, N
Court House and park, Plattsburgh, N.Y, Clinton County Court House (Plattsburgh, N.Y.), Courthouses, Parks, United States, New York (State), Plattsburgh, 1904

WORLD WAR I: TRAINING. A man sighting a rifle at a U. S. Army training camp at Plattsburg
WORLD WAR I: TRAINING. A man sighting a rifle at a U.S. Army training camp at Plattsburg, New York, before departing for Europe during World War I. Photograph, c1917

WAR OF 1812: PLATTSBURGH. American and British forces at the Battle of Plattsburgh (Lake Champlain), 11 September 1814. Etching, English, early 19th century

BATTLE OF LAKE CHAMPLAIN. Land forces under General Alexander Macomb repulse the British at Plattsburgh while Thomas Macdonoughs fleet defeats and captures the British squadron on Lake Champlain

The lounge in the Golf Clubhouse and Equipment Building on the Plattsburgh Air Force Base in Plattsburgh, New York
GOLF: CLUBHOUSE, 2000. The lounge in the Golf Clubhouse and Equipment Building on the Plattsburgh Air Force Base in Plattsburgh, New York. Photograph by Clayton Fraser, 2000

General Leonard Wood, American army officer
General Leonard Wood (1860-1927), American army officer, at Plattsburgh Barracks, New York State, USA, a military training camp for businessmen. Date: circa 1917

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Plattsburgh, New York: A Rich Historical Tapestry Woven with Lake Champlain, Military Training, and Golfing Traditions From the picturesque shores of Lake Champlain, where American and British forces clashed during the War of 1812 in the Battle of Plattsburgh, to the pivotal role it played as a military training ground during World War I, Plattsburgh, New York, has a rich and diverse history. In 1874, William James Palmer captured the essence of this scenic town in his painting, 'From Plattsburg to St. Albans.' Fast forward to the early 20th century, and Plattsburgh became a hub for military training. In 1918, the U.S. Army established a training camp here, where future soldiers honed their skills and prepared for the battlefields of Europe. Members of the Hospital Corps Detachment, among others, trained in this historic town. As the years passed, Plattsburgh continued to evolve, with golf becoming a cherished pastime for its residents. The town's golf clubhouse and equipment building, constructed in 2000, now stands proudly on the Plattsburgh Air Force Base. The locker room and dining room offer a modern respite for golfers, while the lounge provides a space for relaxation and camaraderie. Throughout its history, Plattsburg has been a place of significance, from its role in military training to its picturesque lakefront and golfing traditions. As you explore this charming town, you'll discover a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and community spirit that continues to thrive today. A nod to the past: General Leonard Wood, a prominent American army officer, played a crucial role in Plattsburgh's military history during the early 20th century. His leadership and strategic vision helped shape the town's future, ensuring its place as a vital part of New York's history.