58-435: Albert Lea may refer to: Albert Lea, Minnesota , U.S. Albert Lea Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota , U.S. Albert Miller Lea , U.S. Army engineer for whom the places are named Topics referred to by the same term [REDACTED] This disambiguation page lists articles associated with the title Albert Lea . If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change
116-700: A call by the President or Congress. When National Guard troops are called to federal service, the President serves as Commander-in-Chief. The federal mission assigned to the National Guard is: "To provide properly trained and equipped units for prompt mobilization for war, National emergency or as otherwise needed." The Governor may call individuals or units of the Minnesota National Guard into state service during emergencies or to assist in special situations which lend themselves to use of
174-459: A disaster. The mission of the 347th Regional Support Group is to deploy and provide contingency and expeditionary base operations, with responsibilities for managing facilities, providing administrative and logistical support for troop services and ensuring the security of personnel and facilities on a base camp. The brigade provides command and control of assigned units during homeland security, homeland defense and other civil support missions within
232-587: A draft horse show, a small and baby animal show, a midway featuring rides, concessions, and other attractions, and a Sunday church service. A number of well-known and popular Country and Western bands have appeared at the Fair, including Kelly Pickler, Jason Aldean, the Oak Ridge Boys, the Statler Brothers, among many others. The Albert Lea Art Center hosts public events. The Albert Lea Thunder
290-414: A force capable of performing a wide variety of missions. A specialized command with a unique mission, the 84th Troop Command maintains traditional training standards to remain ready to support federal missions in addition to being challenged with the responsibility of conducting domestic operations throughout the state. A large portion of the 84th Troop Command's domestic operations are the responsibility of
348-474: A group of autonomous "state armies." Landmark federal legislation in 1903, 1908 and 1916 resulted in federal controls that brought standardization and affirmed the National Guard as the Army's primary organized reserve. In July 1916, because of border raids conducted by Pancho Villa and the courting of an unstable Mexican government by Germany, President Woodrow Wilson used his new legal authority to mobilize
406-512: A new field training site was opened to troops at Camp Ripley north of Little Falls. It took its name from Fort Ripley, a long-abandoned 19th century army post which, coincidentally, had been located on land purchased for the new National Guard training camp. The first Air National Guard unit in the nation was the 109th Airlift Squadron , Minnesota National Guard, passing muster inspection on January 17, 1921. With war threatening in Europe and
464-502: A newly organized 34th "Sandstorm" Infantry Division. The 34th consisted of Guardsmen from Minnesota, the Dakotas, Iowa and Nebraska. The 34th was eventually named as a depot division and broken up. Minnesotans were reassigned and sent to France as individual replacement troops while the division was reorganized and filled with new draftees from the southwest. Fortunately, Minnesota's field artillery regiment remained intact. Redesignated as
522-610: A nucleus for the first three companies of the First Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Regiment . Both sides in the war had to rely on volunteer regiments, battalions and separate companies recruited by the states. The "First Minnesota" is officially recognized as the senior such regiment in the Union Army because Alexander Ramsey was the first governor to offer state troops to President Lincoln. The regiment went on to serve with distinction in
580-554: A son of Daniel Boone , was the scout for Lea's unit. The city received national attention in 1959 after Local 6 of the United Packinghouse Workers of America went on strike against Wilson & Co., one of the Big Four meatpacking plants at the time, over issues involving mandatory overtime requirements. When Wilson & Co. attempted to operate the plant with replacement workers, violence erupted and split
638-415: Is a 53,000-acre (210 km ) regional training installation featuring ranges and facilities to support military and civilian agency training requirements. See detailed list of Minnesota National Guard units . The idea of a militia, or body of citizen Soldiers as distinct from career soldiers, was borrowed from England and dates in this country from 1636, when three militia regiments were organized for
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#1732797378086696-582: Is a city in Freeborn County , in southern Minnesota . It is the county seat . Its population was 18,492 at the 2020 census . The city is at the junction of Interstates 35 and 90 , about 90 miles (140 km) south of the Twin Cities . It is on the shores of Fountain Lake, Pickerel Lake, Albert Lea Lake, Goose Lake, School Lake, and Lake Chapeau. Fountain Lake and Albert Lea Lake are part of
754-521: Is a newspaper published Monday through Saturday in Albert Lea. It is owned by Boone Newspapers . Radio stations with Albert Lea as the city of license include: Local bus service in Albert Lea is provided by SMART . SMART operates one deviated fixed route and paratransit service. Minnesota National Guard The Minnesota National Guard is a state-based military force of more than 13,000 soldiers and airmen, serving in 61 communities across
812-601: Is at 221 East Clark St. Albert Lea is in Minnesota's 1st congressional district , represented by Brad Finstad , a Republican from New Ulm . It is in Minnesota State Senate District 23, represented by State Senator Gene Dornink , a Republican from Brownsdale , and in Minnesota's House District 23A, represented by Peggy Bennett , a Republican. The Albert Lea Tribune , founded in 1897,
870-470: Is composed of airmen prepared to rapidly respond to support federal and state missions and community needs. There are five major units in the 148th FW: Headquarters Group; Maintenance Group; Operations Group; Medical Group; and Mission Support Group. The 84th Troop Command, headquartered in Minneapolis, maintains control of field artillery, military police, engineer and civil support forces, providing
928-565: Is land and 1.83 square miles (4.74 km ) is water. Myre-Big Island State Park is nearby. There are three main lakes in Albert Lea: Fountain Lake, Pickerel Lake and Albert Lea Lake. Albert Lea has a humid continental climate of the hot-summer subtype ( Köppen Dfa ). Albert Lea varies from cold winters to hot summers, with significant contrasts between seasons. Its climate type is typical for inland northern United States locations, but due to its southern position in
986-547: The Shell Rock River flowage. The city's early growth was based on agriculture , farming support services and manufacturing , and it was a significant rail center. At one time it was the site of Cargill 's headquarters. Other manufacturing included Edwards Manufacturing (barn equipment), Scotsman Ice Machines, Streater Store fixtures, and Universal Milking Machines. As in many U.S. cities, Albert Lea's manufacturing base has substantially diminished. A major employer
1044-514: The 151st Field Artillery, it became part of the 42nd "Rainbow" Division where it fought with great distinction in France. In the years following World War I, the Minnesota National Guard was preoccupied with reorganization, recruitment and armory construction. Minnesota's 109th Observation Squadron became the first federally recognized air unit in the National Guard in January 1921. In June 1931,
1102-693: The 1st Battalion, 112th Aviation Regiment of the N.D., the 1st Battalion, 189th Aviation of the Montana and Missouri National Guard and the 1st Battalion, 183rd Aviation Regiment of the Idaho National Guard. The 133rd Airlift Wing is a Minnesota National Guard flying wing headquartered at the Minneapolis - St. Paul International Airport. Utilizing the C-130H Hercules , the wing provides the U.S. Air Force with tactical airlift capability to transport troops, cargo and medical patients across
1160-579: The 28th Virginia's battle flag to the Old Dominion. The Minnesota Attorney General advised that such threats were without a legal basis, and the flag remains in the possession of the Society. After being knocked out by a bullet to the head and later shot in the hand, Corporal Henry O'Brien repeatedly picked up the fallen colors of the 1st Minnesota and carried a wounded comrade back to the Union lines. He
1218-487: The 2nd Battalion (General Studies). Each year hundreds of Soldiers from across the country travel to the Camp Ripley Training Center to attend one of 31 courses offered by the 175th RTI. The courses offered qualify soldiers as infantrymen, cavalry scouts, health care specialists, wheeled vehicle mechanics and tracked vehicle repairers. Camp Ripley Training Center, located near Little Falls, Minn.,
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#17327973780861276-427: The 34th CAB are the 2nd Battalion, 147th Assault Helicopter Battalion, the 834th Aviation Support Battalion, C Company, 1st General Support Aviation Battalion, 171st Aviation Regiment, B Company and C Company of the 2nd Battalion, 211th General Support Aviation Battalion, and F Company, 1-189 Aviation Regt., General Support Aviation Battalion. Outside Minnesota, the 34th CAB provides training and operational guidance to
1334-451: The 7,785 households, 26.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.5% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.0% were non-families. 33.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.88. 23.0% of Albert Lea's population were under
1392-598: The Army of the Potomac and became legend as a result of its gallant counter-charge at Gettysburg on July 2, 1863. During that charge the First Minnesota was ordered to attack. Having run out of ammunition, the Minnesotans, numbering only 262 charged into the leading Confederate brigade, facing overwhelming odds and roughly 1,600 Confederate troops. The fighting was bloody and hand to hand. The Minnesotans gained
1450-595: The Far East, the Minnesota National Guard was mobilized again in February 1941. Most troops went to Camp Hahn, near Riverside, California, for coastal anti-aircraft artillery training or to Camp Claiborne, Louisiana, for training with the 34th Infantry Division. The 34th (soon to be re-nicknamed as the "Red Bull" Division) became the first American Division to ship for Europe in January 1942. It fought through North Africa (where men of Minnesota's 175th Field Artillery fired
1508-432: The Minnesotans in the worst of it. The 13th saw the heaviest fighting during the battle. The 13th also had the greatest number of casualties, more than all of McArthur’s regiments combined. The U.S. gained status as a world power as a result of its war with Spain, but the war also called attention to serious military deficiencies. Among them was the nature of the National Guard, which had been functioning, more or less, as
1566-457: The National Guard. The state mission assigned to the National Guard is: "To provide trained and disciplined forces for domestic emergencies or as otherwise provided by state law." The Minnesota National Guard has units in sixty-two communities statewide. The Minnesota National Guard Joint Force Headquarters is located in the St. Paul Capitol complex. The Rosemount-based 34th Infantry Division oversees
1624-617: The Philippines from 1898 to 1899. During the Battle of Manila , the Thirteenth Minnesota Volunteer Regiment, under the command of Major General Arthur MacArthur , were to take the right flank during the battle of Manila. When it came time to advance on Manila, it was a battalion from the 13th which led the way. Of all the fighting that day, the most intense combat took place on the right flank with
1682-570: The Royal Air Force and, later, reconnaissance missions with P-51 " Mustangs ." The Minnesota National Guard became part of a newly organized 47th "Viking" Infantry Division following World War II, and its Airmen became part of a new Air National Guard. America again found itself at war in 1950 – this time in Korea. In January 1951, as a result of the massive and sudden reinforcement of North Korean forces by Soldiers from Communist China,
1740-445: The U.S. to include managing the reception, staging, onward movement and integration of supporting forces. The Camp Ripley–based 175th Regiment Regional Training Institute provides combat arms, Military Occupational Specialty and leadership training to prepare soldiers and units for deployment at maximum combat readiness levels. 175th Regiment consists of headquarters and two battalions: the 1st Battalion (Officer Candidate School), and
1798-463: The age of 18, 7.9% were 18 to 24, 24.6% were 25 to 44, 23.2% were from 45 to 64, and 21.3% were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.6 males. The median income for a household in the city was $ 32,841, and the median income for a family was $ 42,407. Males had a median income of $ 31,383 versus $ 21,114 for females. The per capita income for
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1856-521: The authority of colonial governors against British sympathizers. Later, the United States Constitution and Militia Act of 1792 provided for continuation of a state-based militia system. The federal government could employ the militia for purposes of national security, but its organization was left with the individual states. Minnesota formed a Territorial Enrolled Militia in 1850, but it only existed on paper until April 1856 when
1914-509: The brigade's combined arms, cavalry, artillery, engineer and brigade support battalions. The St. Paul–based 34th Combat Aviation Brigade is an Army National Guard unit that supports the 34th Infantry Division and the state of Minnesota by providing aviation capabilities - both UH-60 Black Hawk and CH-47 Chinook helicopters and the C-12 Huron fixed-wing aircraft - for federal and state missions. The Minnesota-based subordinate units of
1972-489: The city was $ 17,979. 10.2% of the population and 6.9% of families were below the poverty line . 10.6% of those under the age of 18 and 10.9% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line. The Marion Ross Performing Arts Center is a historic building in downtown Albert Lea. The 255-seat theater is used for the arts, business meetings, and seminars. The Freeborn County Fair takes place annually in Albert Lea, and includes live entertainment, an antique tractor show,
2030-452: The city. The population density was 1,702.5 inhabitants per square mile (657.3/km ). There were 8,133 housing units at an average density of 754.3 per square mile (291.2/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 92.80% White , 0.37% African American , 0.29% Native American , 0.80% Asian , 0.03% Pacific Islander , 4.54% from other races , and 1.18% from two or more races. 9.48% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. Of
2088-422: The city. The population density was 1,431.0 inhabitants per square mile (552.5/km ). There were 8,410 housing units at an average density of 668.0 per square mile (257.9/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 90.0% White , 1.1% African American , 0.3% Native American , 1.1% Asian , 0.1% Pacific Islander , 5.3% from other races , and 2.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 13.2% of
2146-517: The common defense in the Massachusetts Bay Colony . Militia companies were eventually organized throughout colonial America, and they provided its principal defense force. In spite of shortcomings, the various colonial militias became indispensable to the cause of American independence. They were the back-up for General Washington's Continental Army , providing large numbers of armed men when needed on short notice, and they assured
2204-547: The desperate and chaotic fighting, Private Marshall Sherman of Company C captured the colors of the 28th Virginia Infantry and received the Medal of Honor for this exploit. The Confederate flag was taken back to Minnesota as a prize of war and is kept and seldom publicly displayed at the Minnesota Historical Society. In the mid-1990s, several groups of Virginians threatened to sue the Society to return
2262-832: The first American shells against the Nazis), and Italy. Brainerd's tank company, after training with its newly organized 194th Tank Battalion at Fort Lewis, Washington, was shipped to the Philippines in September 1941 to shore up American defenses there. When war broke out in December it fought the Japanese into the Bataan Peninsula and endured the Bataan Death March . The 109th Observation Squadron ended up in Europe where it initially flew Mark V " Spitfires " with
2320-561: The first uniformed, volunteer company was formed in St. Paul. Called the Minnesota Pioneer Guards, it was a source of such civic pride that soon nine other companies were formed in St. Paul, St. Anthony (Minneapolis) and in river towns from Stillwater to Winona. Minnesota's National Guard traces its beginning to these early militia companies. When Civil War broke out in April 1861, volunteers from Minnesota's militia formed
2378-581: The globe, in addition to providing the citizens of Minnesota with domestic operations and disaster response support. Established in 1921, the 133rd is known as the first federally recognized National Guard flying unit in the country. The 148th Fighter Wing, headquartered in Duluth, operates the F-16C Block 50 Fighting Falcon . The full wing structure, which includes the headquarters, communications, logistics, civil engineer, maintenance and security sections,
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2436-486: The link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Albert_Lea&oldid=829119264 " Categories : Disambiguation pages Place name disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Albert Lea, Minnesota Albert Lea ( / ˌ æ l b ər t ˈ l iː / AL -bərt LEE )
2494-542: The nation's entire National Guard for patrol duty on the U.S.- Mexican border. The Minnesota Guard was sent to Camp Llano Grande near Mercedes, Texas. Although they never saw fighting, their border duty helped prepare them for a much bigger challenge: World War I. Barely home from Texas, Minnesota Guardsmen were again mobilized when the United States entered the war against Germany in April 1917. Most went directly to Camp Cody near Deming, New Mexico, for training with
2552-591: The only line of defense during Minnesota's Dakota (Sioux) War of 1862 . After the Civil War, the Minnesota Militia re-emerged to become officially known as the Minnesota National Guard. These organizations became a colorful part of community social life but when called upon never failed to deal with civil disturbances and other state emergencies requiring military aid. Annual summer encampments were held at Camp Lakeview on Lake Pepin near Lake City. Control
2610-442: The population. There were 7,774 households, of which 25.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.0% were married couples living together, 10.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 4.4% had a male householder with no wife present, and 40.3% were non-families. 34.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size
2668-475: The previous day, the 47 survivors were reinforced by detached Company F, and the reunited regiment was moved slightly northward on Cemetery Ridge. Destiny placed the remaining Minnesotans at one of the few places where Union lines were breached during Pickett's Charge and required them to charge advancing Confederate troops once again. It is here that Capt. Messick was killed, Capt. W. B. Farrell mortally wounded, and then command fell to Capt. Henry C. Coates. During
2726-553: The southern third of Iraq. The area, known as US Division-South, is geographically about the size of Minnesota and is the largest sector in Iraq. Headquartered at Contingency Operating Base Basra, more than 1,200 Minnesota Citizen-Soldiers led a force of approximately 14,000 U.S. Service members throughout nine of Iraq’s 18 provinces. The Bloomington-based 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team of the 34th Infantry Division consists of eight major subordinate commands. More than 5,000 Soldiers make up
2784-425: The state, its summers and winters have higher temperatures than other, more northerly regions of the state. An exception to this rule is the urban core of Minneapolis - St. Paul , which sees higher temperatures typical of an urban heat island , but Albert Lea is significantly warmer than locations such as Duluth . As of the census of 2010, there were 18,016 people, 7,774 households, and 4,644 families living in
2842-651: The state. Operated in the U.S. state of Minnesota , it is a reserve component of the National Guard . The Constitution of the United States specifically charges the National Guard with dual federal and state missions. The National Guard is the only United States military force empowered to function in a state status. Those functions range from limited actions during non-emergency situations to full scale law enforcement of martial law when local law enforcement officials can no longer maintain civil control. The National Guard may be called into federal service in response to
2900-474: The time necessary for the Union line to reform, thoroughly demoralising the Confederates. But the cost was great. Of the 262 members of the regiment present for duty that morning, only 47 answered the roll that evening. The regiment incurred the highest casualty rate of any unit in the Civil War, a record still held to this day for any U.S. unit. On July 3, while rebounding from the horrendous casualties of
2958-714: The town. During the 109-day strike, Governor Orville Freeman acted to quell the violence by closing the plant, calling in the Minnesota National Guard , and declaring martial law on December 11. A federal district court in Minneapolis ruled against Freeman on December 23, and the plant turned back to Wilson & Co. just days later. According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has an area of 14.42 square miles (37.35 km ), of which 12.59 square miles (32.61 km )
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#17327973780863016-749: The training and operations of eight National Guard brigades in six different states. Known as the Red Bulls , the 34th Infantry Division is capable of deploying its Main Command Post, Tactical Command Post and Special Troops Battalion in order to provide command and control for Army brigades. The 34th Infantry Division fought in World War II and continued the legacy when the division assumed control of U.S. Division – South, Iraq, in May 2009. The Red Bulls provided command and control of military forces in
3074-644: The very specific Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear response capabilities within the 55th Civil Support Team and the CBRN Enhanced Response Force Package. The 347th Regional Support Group (RSG) is an Army National Guard brigade headquartered in Roseville that is capable of providing trained and ready combat forces. Additionally, the 347th RSG is prepared to support the State of Minnesota with troops capable of assisting in
3132-432: Was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.85. The median age in the city was 44 years. 21.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.9% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 22% were from 25 to 44; 26.3% were from 45 to 64; and 22.4% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 48.3% male and 51.7% female. As of the census of 2000, there were 18,356 people, 7,785 households, and 4,826 families living in
3190-598: Was a junior hockey team that played at Albert Lea Ice Arena and was a member of the North American Hockey League . The team operated for two seasons in 2008–10 and folded due to financial difficulties. On May 11, 2010, it was reported that the team had found new owners and would relocate to Texas for the 2010–11 season. Its roster was sold to the expansion Amarillo, Texas, franchise the Amarillo Bulls on May 26, 2010. Albert Lea's city hall
3248-434: Was also awarded a Medal of Honor for his heroism. Minnesota eventually organized and recruited volunteers for 11 infantry regiments, two cavalry regiments, a heavy artillery regiment, three light artillery batteries and two sharpshooter companies, totaling 22,000 men. Many of these Soldiers also served on Minnesota's frontier; in fact, hastily organized local militias and detached companies from several volunteer regiments were
3306-637: Was the Wilson & Company meatpacking plant, later known as Farmstead and Farmland. This facility was destroyed by fire in July 2001. The city is named after Albert Lea Lake, which was named after Albert Miller Lea, a topographer with the United States Dragoons , who surveyed southern Minnesota and northern Iowa in 1835, including the current site of Albert Lea. Captain Nathan Boone ,
3364-400: Was vested with the state and funding came largely from modest state appropriations and from the members themselves. Minnesota's National Guard was converted to four U.S. Volunteer Regiments when the war with Spain began in April 1898. Only the Thirteenth Minnesota Volunteer Regiment, however, was destined to see foreign service. The 13th fought Spanish troops and Filipino revolutionaries in
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