signal corp, Ft. Ritchie, Maryland

The Signal Corps unit at Fort Ritchie, Maryland, played a significant role in U.S. military communications during the 20th century. Established in the 1920s, Fort Ritchie served as a training center for Signal Corps personnel, particularly during World War II. The post became notable for hosting the Military Intelligence Service (MIS) and training the "Ritchie Boys," a group of intelligence specialists, many of whom were German-speaking refugees. Throughout its operation, the Signal Corps at Fort Ritchie was instrumental in developing and implementing advanced communication and intelligence-gathering techniques for the U.S. Army.