Linton Military Camp
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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.
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Linton Military Camp | |
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Palmerston North, New Zealand | |
Coordinates | 40.408°S 175.587°E / -40.408; 175.587 |
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 |
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Manawatu Prison is located north of the camp.