Camp Opelika

Historical marker location:

2300 Marvyn Parkway, Opelika, Alabama

( Marker is on Marvyn Parkway (Alabama Route 51) south of Williamson Avenue, on the right when traveling south.)

Marker installed: 2002

World War II Prisoner of War Facility.

Alabama was the birthplace of some of the most famous musicians in history, including Hank Williams, Nat King Cole, and W.C. Handy, who is often referred to as the "Father of the Blues."