Establishing Fort Ontario National Monument to Preserve WWII Refugee History.
This Act establishes the Fort Ontario National Monument in New York State as a unit of the National Park System. Its purpose is to preserve and interpret the history of 982 World War II refugees housed there between 1944 and 1946. Citizens gain a new federally protected historical and educational site, potentially boosting local tourism and historical education, though its official establishment depends on the successful acquisition of necessary land.
Key points
New National Monument: Fort Ontario will become a federally managed unit, ensuring the preservation of a significant WWII refugee history site.
Public Access Guaranteed: Existing athletic facilities within the monument's boundaries will maintain their current public use and access rights.
Federal Management: The site will be administered by the Secretary of the Interior, allowing for federal funding and cooperative agreements for educational services and maintenance.
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