FReeper Canteen ~ Road Trip: Fort Hood - Killeen, Texas ~ 19 FEB, 2008

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Road Trip: Fort Hood, Killeen, Texas

Fort Hood, named after Confederate General John Bell Hood, is a U.S. Army post located halfway between Austin and Waco, in Killeen, Texas.

John Bell Hood (June 1, 1831 – August 30, 1879) was a Confederate general during the American Civil War. Hood had a reputation for bravery and aggressiveness that sometimes bordered on recklessness, and was considered one of the best brigade and division commanders in the Confederate States Army.

A 340 square mile installation (217,337 acres), Fort Hood is the only post in the United States capable of stationing and training two Armored Divisions.

The rolling, semiarid terrain is ideal for multifaceted training and testing of military units and individuals. Fort Hood is "The Army's Premier Installation to train and deploy heavy forces."

In addition to the 1st Cavalry Division and 4th Infantry Division, Fort Hood is also residence for Headquarters Command III Corps, 3d Signal Brigade, 3d Air Support Operations Group, 13th Support Command (Expeditionary), 13th Finance Group, 21st CAV Brigade (Air Combat), 89th Military Police Brigade, 504th BfSB, the Dental Activity (DENTAC), the Medical Support Activity (MEDDAC), U.S. Army Operational Test Command (USAOTC), and various other units and tenant organizations.

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Also located at Fort Hood are The 1st Cavalry Division Museum and The 4th Infantry Division Museum

Visit The 1st Cavalry Division Museum Here!

Visit The 4th Infantry Division Museum Here!

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[HiJinx]

West Ft. Hood, eh? That’s almost as bad as being stuck here at Ft. We-Got-Ya.

Welcome to the Canteen!

[luvie]

LOL! I wish it had been me, but unfortunately, I did have to work today. I was upset, too, because it was supposed to be my day off.

...plus....I LUV W, no “buts” about it! :D

[FlingWingFlyer]

Thanks for the field trip back to Hood. I was there with A Co. 1/6th Cav from 1986 to 1989.

[HiJinx]

We’re both much better today. Nana went back to work today, and I’ll be going back tomorrow. Good meds, and plenty of rest this weekend.

[AZamericonnie]

{{{MMom}}}

I think I’ll have mine without the bread!

A peaceful evening to you dear one!

[luvie]

So glad you all are on the mend. Did you have the flu or what?

I have had something lately. Can’t put my finger on it, no
obvious symptoms, but I just feel dragged out and stuffed
up. I feel better today, too, though, so whatever it is has
been whipped. Took Nyquil a couple of nights just to get
some sleep.

I think my trip to OK did me in! LOL!

[luvie]

Now?

[luvie]

Now?

[luvie]

Now?

[luvie]

Now?

[luvie]

I LOVE those bears! LOL!

[The Mayor]

Thank you for the thread!

[HiJinx]

Keeping track of a grandbaby will do that to you, on top of all the driving before and after. Hope you kick whatever it is.

I had the flu, Nana had a head cold.

[PROCON]

Luv, are you going AM on us??!!

[BIGLOOK]

...plus....I LUV W, no “buts” about it!

And I think it's appreciated.

[The Mayor]

Thank you!

[manic4organic]

Thanks for all the history on Ft. Hood. FYI, for anyone with family/friends in the 1st Cav, my daughter and her band will be performing there as part of the entertainment for the Welcome Home festival on April 11th.

[luvie]

It did sap my energy for sure...but loved doing it.

I am glad you are better. Did you get the very ineffective
flu shot?

[manic4organic]

Sorry, FReepmail me for more details.

[luvie]

Um.....I’m not sure....what is “going AM”?