Boise's Sergeant City: A Historical Reflection on a New Deal Era Housing Development
As part of the America 250: Short Histories of Boise Project, a spotlight is being cast on Sergeant City, a historical housing development in Boise, Idaho. Built in 1941 with funding from the Federal Works Agency, Sergeant City was established to accommodate military personnel and their families following the creation of Gowen Field, an Army air base. The development, officially known as Whitney Homes, was a response to the housing needs of non-commissioned officers working at the base. The rapid construction of over 40 buildings provided homes for 100 families, transforming the area from farmland into a bustling community. The project is part of a broader initiative to explore and celebrate the historical sites in Boise as the United States marks its 250th anniversary. 
