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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.
This is a list of notable buildings of the Knights of Pythias, a fraternal organization. Many of these are named, primarily or as an alternative, "Pythian Castles", and are built to resemble medieval castles, consistent with the theme of the Pythian order.
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...
15 cze 2017 · Experience history and culture at Pythian Castle, Springfield, Missouri's only castle. Take a tour to see what makes this castle historic and haunted!
The Pythian Castle was originally owned and commissioned by the Knights of Pythias, an international, non-sectarian fraternal order, established in 1864. The building was designed by Boise, Idaho architectural firm Tourtellotte & Hummel.
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.
