Tom Hanks Makes Donation To Camp Toccoa at Currahee

The Camp Toccoa at Currahee board announced this week that it received a $25,000 donation for the restoration of the camp from actor Tom Hanks and his wife, Rita Wilson, through the actor’s foundation.  Hanks had served as one of the executive producers on the “Band of Brothers” mini-series, which depicted the story of “Easy” company of the 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment, which trained at Camp Toccoa before fighting in World War II.  In an e-mail to Camp Toccoa at Currahee Board President Robin Sink McClelland, Hanks stated that he cannot imagine a more fitting site to recreate and honor as would a refurbished Currahee. He called it a stop for all history students no matter the age.  Hanks also offered the use of his name in any and all efforts to raise funds.

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