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Dobbins Chapel Needs Renovations, New Location
The Dobbins Chapel, built in 1942, is in need of renovation and relocation. Seven years ago, the Dobbins Chapel Foundation began work toward relocating the chapel.
by Master Sgt. James Branch, 94th Airlift Wing Public Affairs, Dobbins Air Reserve Base "Since post World War II through operation Enduring Freedom, this sacred white colored building has greeted people during the best times, and not-so-best times of their lives," said (Ret) Chief Master Sgt. Dick Roberts, member of the Dobbins Chapel Foundation. Roberts retired from the Air National Guard in 1985. He was stationed at Dobbins. In May 2005, Air Force Reserve Command approved and funded the demolition of the base chapel, because as a host Reserve base, Dobbins is not authorized a chapel and would not provide renovation funds to make major repairs and bring the facility up to current building codes. The chapel at that time had stood on …
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