10th Mountain Division & Fort Drum Museum — Attraction in Town of Le Ray

My brother, Tyler Garlington, was in the 10th Mountain Division - he was so proud of it and this was the glory of his short life. He was shot by a group of cowards who feared him, in our home town after coming home with a brain injury that left him miserable and unable to enjoy life as he should have been allowed... The police ruled it a suicide because it was easier than to pursue their informants and he was a young man everyone gave up hope on. As much as he deserved and overcame, he always ended up being knocked down again by people CLOSEST to him. No he wasn't the easiest to get along with but he loved very deeply and had a childlike way that people took advantage of. He could not help the pain he endured - some of us are just born unlucky. I love you, Tyler. Thank you for fighting and I will always tell the truth about what really happened to you. The 10th Mountain were lucky...

This place is incredible. It's not terribly big, but it is packed full of amazing history. From Mussolini's uniform badges, taken directly off his uniform to the letters home for those killed in action, it's amazing. The curator is super knowledgeable and loves answering questions. We have a family member in the 10th Mountain Division and we're so stoked to learn how amazing it is. It is free and worth that and any admission they might charge. A definite must see for the historical and military buff, or just anyone interested in what it takes to be in the...

I'm a pretty big history nerd, and the organization/ team that runs this museum is obviously passionate about what they do. The museum is small, but packed with local history, army history and fun facts. Doug, the staff we interacted that day, was incredible. The displays are more than I expected, but not overwhelming. The museum in laid out in an organized way and you can tell it was designed by someone who actually cares. There isn't a gift shop, which is tragic, but this is a great place to spend an...