Fort Campbell Headquarters

• Birthplace of the 101st Airborne Division: Fort Campbell is renowned as the home of the 101st Airborne Division, also known as the "Screaming Eagles," one of the most celebrated divisions in the U.S. Army. • Established in 1942: Fort Campbell was activated on September 23, 1942, during World War II, primarily as a training base for infantry divisions. • Named After a Hero: The fort is named for Union Army Brigadier General William Bowen Campbell, a Tennessee native who served as governor and as a military leader during the Mexican–American War. • Home to the "Night Stalkers": Fort Campbell hosts the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (SOAR), famously known as the "Night Stalkers," a premier aviation unit specializing in nighttime operations. • Borders Two States: The installation uniquely straddles the Kentucky-Tennessee state line, with most of its area in Kentucky but its main entrance in Tennessee. • Operation Desert Storm Launch Point: In 1991, Fort Campbell units, including the 101st Airborne, played a crucial role in Operation Desert Storm, deploying rapidly to the Middle East. • Site of the "Eagle Remembrance Wall": The post features the Eagle Remembrance Wall, honoring fallen soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division. • Major Role in Global War on Terrorism: Since 2001, Fort Campbell units have deployed repeatedly to Afghanistan and Iraq, making it one of the most deployed U.S. bases during the Global War on Terrorism. • Famous Residents: Medal of Honor recipient SFC Paul R. Smith and several high-ranking military leaders have been stationed at Fort Campbell during their careers. • Annual Air Assault School: Fort Campbell is home to the Sabalauski Air Assault School, which trains thousands of soldiers each year in air assault operations, earning it the nickname "Home of the Air Assault."