Fort Jackson Hosts Its Come See Your Army Tour Event

On Thursday, August 4, from 7:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Fort Jackson will open its gates to the local community in an effort to promote basic combat training awareness. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience a scheduled graduation and observe soldiers training. Other activities include hands-on activities at the weapons simulator, army barrack tours and lunch in a military dining facility. Attendees can also take part in briefings on the status of command and training operations.

Fort Jackson is the largest and most active initial entry training center in the U.S. Army, training 34 percent of all soldiers and 69 percent of the women entering the Army each year.Cost: Free. Location: Fort Jackson, 6271 Boyden Arbor Rd., Fort Jackson. For more information, call 803-751-1474 or email [email protected].