GREAT LAKES NAVAL TRAINING CENTER

• The Great Lakes Naval Training Center was established in 1911 as a result of the increasing demand for trained naval personnel during World War I. • During World War II, the Training Center became the largest U.S. Navy training facility in the world, with over 100,000 recruits trained there each year. • The Training Center was instrumental in training sailors for combat in both World Wars, as well as in Korea, Vietnam, and the Gulf War. • It is located near North Chicago, Illinois, and covers over 1,500 acres of land along the shore of Lake Michigan. • Over the years, the Training Center has trained over 3.5 million sailors from the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. • The Training Center has been designated a National Historic Landmark due to its significant role in American military history. • In addition to training sailors, the Training Center has also been used for research and development of new naval technologies. • The Training Center is home to several museums and exhibits, showcasing the history of the U.S. Navy and its role in protecting the Great Lakes. • Today, the Training Center continues to train sailors for service in the U.S. Navy, with a focus on preparing them for modern naval operations. • The Training Center is a vital part of the Great Lakes region and remains an important center for naval training and education in the United States.