Maine’s forest and potato economy was struggling during World War II. Schoolchildren from Forest Hills School 8th Grade Class of 2007 for their service learning project in nearby Jackman have placed a plaque marking the spot near an apparent cooking structure. The Spencer Lake camp was built to accommodate 250 prisoners, though it later had to handle 310 men. Site of World War POW Memorial in Hobbstown Township, also known as the Spencer Lake POW Camp Located in a region of endless recreational adventures with Baxter State Park, Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, lakes, ponds, rivers, streams, graveled roads for exploring, and thousands of acres at your back door for hunting, fishing, or connecting with nature.Articles about Maine history, government, ecology, economy, recreation, towns, natural features, famous people, sports, with maps, photos, and videos. A unique property offering the full service community of Patten nearby or a short commute to Houlton or I-95. Currently a snowmobile trail crosses an edge of the property for easy access to connecting routes. A garden spot, fruit trees, and fields for pastures or crops.

Over 80 acres of fertile fields and a healthy mature 60+ acres of forest with around 16 snowshoeing, cross country skiing, and hiking trails. A 2003 barn 50'x36' with electricity and its own well, bring your critters plenty of room for them in the seven stalls plus your tractor and recreational toys.

A stand by generator and more than one source of heating and cooling, if needed. Dramatic views of Mount Katahdin, Chase, & Sugarloaf ranges that will make you stop and stare! A well built cared for home offering four bedrooms, two and a half baths, family room, large basement, attached two bay garage with storage on the second level.

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