Military Town, WA

About Military Town

• • Guitarist Jimi Hendrix received his discharge from the Army at Fort Lewis near the town.
• • The 'Tacoma Screw,' a wrestling move, may have originated in the region's wrestling scene.
• • Fort Lewis and McChord Air Force Base established the town as a vital military hub.
• • Rumor says a network of tunnels exists beneath the city, purpose unknown.
• • The 1996 flood on the Puyallup River dramatically altered the landscape and economy.
• • Named for nearby Fort Lewis, it was incorporated in 1924, reflecting its military ties.
• • With about 38,000 residents, it's smaller than its neighbor, Tacoma.
• • At 246 feet, its elevation contributes to its mild Pacific Northwest climate.
• • The military presence drives much of the economy, with civilian jobs supporting bases.
• • There's a strong sense of community and patriotism, but also transience.
• • The Seattle Seahawks, a team 30 miles away, won Super Bowl XLVIII in 2014.
• • Wrestlemania XIX, featuring Hulk Hogan vs. Vince McMahon, was held in nearby Tacoma.

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