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The Pythian Home of Missouri, also known as Pythian Castle, in Springfield, Missouri, was built in 1913 by the Knights of Pythias and later owned by the U.S. military. [1] German and Italian prisoners-of-war were assigned here during World War II for medical treatment and as laborers.
15 paź 2024 · The fascinating history of Pythian Castle, a 110-year-old Springfield landmark that housed orphans, war soldiers, and perhaps a few lingering spirits.
13 sie 2010 · In its nearly 100 year history, one Springfield landmark has housed orphans, shown five-cent movies, and even held prisoners of war during World War II. Walking up the steps of Pythian Castle...
This Renaissance Revival edifice housed the fraternal order of the Knights of Pythias until 1914 and is sometimes referred to as Pythian Castle. The Order of the Knights of Pythias was founded in Washington, D.C. in 1864 and boasted one million members nationwide by 1900.
Built in 1913, Pythian Castle stands about a half-mile south of Route 66. Today, the home rests next to a U.S. Marine Corps reserve training center and Army reserve. Constructed in the Late Gothic Revival style, Pythian Castle appears undeniably foreign within its Midwestern setting.
Nestled in the vibrant city of Springfield, Missouri, Pythian Castle stands as a testament to the rich history and cultural heritage of the United States. This majestic structure, built in 1913, has been a beacon of architectural beauty and historical significance for over a century.
15 cze 2017 · Pythian Castle was built in 1913 by the Knights of Pythias as a orphanage and retirement home until the U.S. military took over it in World War II to house POWs and to serve as a rehabilitation facility for U.S. troops.
