Abandoned Dayton Marine Corps Reserve

The Dayton Marine Corps Reserve History • Original 1958 Facility: For decades, Marine reservists in Dayton operated out of a facility built in 1958, which they originally shared with Army and Navy reservists. Over time, the surrounding neighborhood grew troubled, forcing Marines to lock down gear or store valuables indoors due to security concerns. • Relocation to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base: To improve safety, training capabilities, and base security, the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps funded a new reserve center. In 2008–2010, the unit relocated from Gettysburg Avenue to a modern, fenced-in facility inside the perimeter of Wright-Patterson Air Force Bas