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As Fort Lawton opens a new chapter, we explore its complex history in Seattle

caption: Presentation of regimental colors on Fort Lawton parade grounds, 1937.
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Presentation of regimental colors on Fort Lawton parade grounds, 1937.

Kim Malcolm talks with author John Hamann about the history of Seattle's Fort Lawton.

On Tuesday, Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan signed legislation to create nearly 238 affordable housing units at the decommissioned Army base.

Hamann is author of "On American Soil: How Justice Became a Casualty of World War II."

Listen to the interview by clicking the play button above.

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