Fort Hunter Liggett

• Establishment: Fort Hunter Liggett was established in 1940 as a sub-installation of Camp Roberts, and became an independent training center in 1952. • Namesake: The fort is named after General Hunter Liggett, a distinguished U.S. Army officer who served in the Philippine-American War and World War I. • Size: At over 165,000 acres, it is the largest Army Reserve installation in the United States, offering diverse terrain for realistic military training. • Hollywood Connections: The historic Mission San Antonio de Padua, located within the base, and surrounding areas have been featured in films such as "We Were Soldiers" and "Clear and Present Danger." • World War II Use: During World War II, the fort was used for training by the 2nd Armored Division and other units before their deployment overseas. • Cold War Role: In the 1950s and 1960s, Fort Hunter Liggett served as a key site for large-scale maneuvers and exercises simulating Cold War combat scenarios. • Preserved History: The Hacienda, a former Hearst hunting lodge designed by Julia Morgan, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and serves as a hotel and event venue within the fort. • Environmental Stewardship: The fort is home to endangered species such as the California condor and San Joaquin kit fox, and works to balance training with habitat preservation. • Modern Training: Today, Fort Hunter Liggett hosts the Army’s annual Combat Support Training Exercise (CSTX) for Army Reserve and National Guard units, as well as joint exercises with other branches and allied nations. • Unique Terrain: The area’s rugged hills, rivers, and oak woodlands make it ideal for training in convoy operations, live-fire exercises, and urban warfare scenarios.