The purpose of the Camp Ford Historical Association is:

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  To preserve the history of the Camp Ford Prisoner of War Camp.
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  To develop a museum and information center pertaining to Camp Ford.
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  To cooperate with schools, educational institutions and museums to create and develop historical eductional programs that relate to Camp Ford and Texas history.
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  To collect, amass and publish material documents and information relating to Camp Ford.
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  To hold periodic meetings and programs on historical topics for the benefit of the Association and the public.
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  To solicit funds or contributions for the programs of the corporation.