Linton Military Camp
Linton Military Camp is the largest New Zealand Army base and is home to the Headquarters 1(NZ) Brigade. It is located just south of Palmerston North.
| Linton Military Camp | |
|---|---|
| Palmerston North, New Zealand | |
Museum building of Engineering Corps Memorial Centre | |
| Coordinates | 40.408°S 175.587°E |
| Type | Army Camp |
| Area | 4.98 km2 (1.92 sq mi) |
| Site information | |
| Owner | New Zealand Defence Force |
| Controlled by | New Zealand Army |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1941 |
| In use | 1941–present |
| Garrison information | |
| Current commander | Colonel Brett Wellington |
Manawatu Prison is located north of the camp.
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