What was the name of the camp prior to Camp Lester for USNH Okinawa?

Before the establishment of Camp Lester as the main medical facility for U.S. Navy personnel in Okinawa, it was known as Camp Kuwae. Camp Kuwae served as the original location for the naval hospital and was part of the military presence in Okinawa post-World War II. The transition to Camp Lester marked an upgrade in medical facilities and services available for military personnel and their families, reflecting the evolving needs of the U.S. military in the region. This historical context emphasizes the significance of Camp Kuwae as a foundational structure from which later developments, such as the establishment of Camp Lester, emerged.