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The Patton Museum of Cavalry and Armor is a museum in Fort Knox, Kentucky dedicated to General George S. Patton , Jr's life and the history of armoured warfare, from World War I through the present day. The museum is administered by the U.S. Army Armor Center, Fort Knox , and is one of the largest in the U.S. Army Museum System . The original museum was dedicated on May 30 , 1949 . The present building was constructed between 1972 and 1992 without cost to the U.S. Government by the Patton Museum Foundation , Inc. with funds donated by thousands of individuals and organizations from around the world. There are static displays of various Tank s, other armour and a few Helicopter s. The museum also includes a number of Patton's personal effects, dating from the World War II , including his office van and touring car. Other historically significant vehicles and equipment are located in Keyes Park , adjacent to the Museum. In Keyes Park, you can see the history of Armor up close. Vehicles in Keyes Park:
On December 12 , 2005 , museum officials announced that the museum will remain at Fort Knox, despite the fact that the Army's Armor Center is moving to Fort Benning, Georgia as part of a major realignment of military bases. The Army will build a new museum at Ft. Benning to be named "The National Armor and Cavalry Museum". SEE ALSO
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