RON LA LANNE

Fort Ord Army Medical Center, located at Fort Ord in Monterey, California, was established during World War II to serve the medical needs of the rapidly expanding Army post. Over the decades, the hospital provided comprehensive healthcare and support services to soldiers, their families, and military retirees, playing a crucial role during conflicts such as the Korean and Vietnam Wars. The center was known for its state-of-the-art facilities and specialized training programs for Army medical personnel. Following the closure of Fort Ord under the 1991 Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process, the medical center was decommissioned in the mid-1990s, with its legacy continuing through the veterans and medical professionals it served and trained.