Where is Fort Ben Harrison?
Lawrence, Indiana
Fort Benjamin Harrison was a U.S. Army post located in suburban Lawrence, Indiana, northeast of Indianapolis. It is named for the 23rd United States President, Benjamin Harrison. Land was purchased in 1903, with the post being officially named for President Harrison in honor of Indianapolis being his hometown.
When was Fort Benjamin Harrison used by the military?
1948 to 1950
During World War II it became the largest reception center in the United States and literally thousands of young draftees earned their first taste of Army life at Fort Benjamin Harrison. For a short period, from 1948 to 1950, the facility functioned as Benjamin Harrison Air Force Base.
What is Fort Benjamin Harrison known for?
For nearly a hundred years, Fort Benjamin Harrison served as an epicenter of training and organization for United States Army in Indianapolis, Indiana.
How many people work at Fort Harrison?
The Defense Accounting and Finance Service employs over 5,000 personnel in a one-million-square-foot building. The Indiana Army Reserve, Indiana National Guard, Post Exchange and Commissary remain on the former installation.
Is Fort Benjamin Harrison still active?
Fort Benjamin Harrison was closed as part of the 1991 Base Realignment and Closure Commission.
When did Fort Benjamin Harrison close?
September 30, 1996
Fort Benjamin Harrison was recommended for closure by the 1991 Base Realignment and Closure Commission. It officially closed on September 30, 1996, resulting in the loss of 1,050 civilian positions.
When did Fort Harrison close?
Remaining military presence Fort Benjamin Harrison was closed as part of the 1991 Base Realignment and Closure Commission.
Does Fort Benjamin Harrison still exist?
Fort Benjamin Harrison was closed as part of the 1991 Base Realignment and Closure Commission. The site of the base has since been redeveloped, and includes residential neighborhoods, a golf course, and is the site of Fort Harrison State Park.