About this Unit
The Fort Gordon, Georgia, Signal School—officially known as the U.S. Army Signal School—was established during World War II to train soldiers in communications and electronic warfare. Since its inception, the school has played a vital role in developing and advancing Army signal doctrine, technology, and training. Over the decades, Fort Gordon became the home of the U.S. Army Signal Corps, responsible for preparing signal soldiers to provide secure and reliable communications on the modern battlefield. In recent years, the installation has also become a hub for cyber operations, reflecting the evolving nature of military communications and information warfare.
Historical Facts
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Origins as Camp Gordon: Fort Gordon was originally established in 1917 as Camp Gordon during World War I, named after Confederate General John Brown Gordon.
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Evolution of Missions: The installation has served as an infantry training center, a prisoner-of-war camp, and an induction center before becoming the Signal Corps' hub.
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Signal Corps School Relocation: The U.S. Army Signal School moved from Fort Monmouth, New Jersey, to Fort Gordon in 1956, solidifying its role as the "Home of the Signal Corps."
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Cyber Center of Excellence: In 2014, Fort Gordon became the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence, leading training and operations in cyber warfare and electronic warfare.
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Major Training Hub: Fort Gordon trains more than 15,000 students annually in communications, information technology, and cyber operations.
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Home of the 15th Signal Brigade: The 15th Signal Brigade is headquartered at Fort Gordon and is responsible for training Signal Corps soldiers in a range of disciplines.
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NSA Georgia: The National Security Agency/Central Security Service Georgia is located at Fort Gordon, making it a critical site for national intelligence and cybersecurity.
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Historic Transmissions: Fort Gordon played a pivotal role in advancing military communications, including satellite and radio systems, throughout the Cold War.
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Annual Signal Ball: The Signal Corps' birthday is celebrated each June at Fort Gordon with an annual Signal Ball, honoring the traditions and achievements of Army communicators.
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Community Impact: Fort Gordon is Augusta, Georgia’s largest employer, significantly contributing to the local economy and community through service, outreach, and partnerships.
