New Hampshire Attractions|Small Towns This Town In New Hampshire Has An Incredibly Unique History That Will Never Be Forgotten By Kelly A. Burch | Published June 20, 2016 × Kelly A. Burch Author Kelly Burch is a freelance writer from New Hampshire. She shares stories of travel, adventure and anything else that catches her interest. More by this Author Today, Stark, New Hampshire is a charming New Hampshire town that is picture-perfect. James Walsh/flickr The town that is home to about 500 people is perhaps best known for its beautiful covered bridge. James Walsh/flickr However, during World War II, Stark was known for a much different reason. Advertisement JBTHEMILKER/Pamoramio The town was home to New Hampshire's only prisoner of war camp, Camp Stark. Advertisement WMUR In the camp, hundreds of Germans worked, supplying timber to the mills in the White Mountains. The mills in Berlin were short-staffed because of the war effort. Related Stories My Visit To New Hampshire's Joe English Reservation Proves That There Is Always Something New To See Best Waterfalls in New Hampshire: 15 Local Favorites & Hidden Gems 5 Waterfront Retreats In New Hampshire That Are Perfect For Warm Weather Adventures Marian Post Wolcott/Yale Library During that time, up to 160,000 German prisoners of war were sent all over the United States. The men who came to Stark arrived in Boston by boat, and were transported to New Hampshire. New England Historical Society Although some say that a few Germans remained in Spark, marrying local women and becoming New Hampshire residents, it is unclear if this was the case. Officially, the United States insisted that all prisoners be repatriated to Germany at the end of the war. Stephen Bugno/flickr However, the camp left a lasting legacy. In 1986 a reunion was held for townspeople and guards. Five former prisoners also attended. James Walsh/flickr Today, Stark is left as just an average small New Hampshire town, with an incredibly unique history. OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Want more New Hampshire in your inbox? Get the latest on things to see, do, and eat around New Hampshire! spinner Thank you! You'll receive your first newsletter soon! An error occured. Subscribe Related Articles I Found Solitude In The Heart Of New Hampshire's Largest State Park Come Along And Explore New Hampshire's Rose Mountain Preserve With Me Some Of The Biggest Burgers In New Hampshire Require Both Hands At The Goat I Enjoyed Sweeping Views On Top Of New Hampshire's Bog Mountain Here Are Our 13 Favorite Eco-Friendly Travel Items To Celebrate Earth Day Here Are The 14 Most Unique Beaches In The United States The 8 U.S. Properties On Vrbo's 2024 Vacation Home Of The Year List Are As Dreamy As Can Be 12 Airbnbs That Are Available To Rent For The 2024 Indianapolis 500