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Army restores the names of seven bases — including Fort Polk
Seven Army bases whose names were changed in 2023 because they honored Confederate leaders are all reverting back ... Read more
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National defense budget could allocate millions to Louisiana military bases
By Jacob Mathews | The Center Square The U.S. fiscal 2025 national defense budget includes over $300 million dedicated ... Read more
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National Guard soldier dies in Alexandria
Special to the Leesville Leader The Louisiana National Guard announces the death of a Louisiana Army National Guard Soldier on Sunday. Sgt. William Mitchell Benham, ... Read more
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Ceremony held at Fort Johnson for deploying troops
By Emily Burleigh Two ceremonies were held on Mountain Field at Fort Johnson on Friday. A colors casing ... Read more
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Fort Johnson security guard helps save neighbor’s home
By Antoine Aaron FORT JOHNSON — Fort Johnson Directorate of Emergency Services security guard Karla Garcia exhibited bravery ... Read more
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Fort Johnson halfway to donation goal at campaign midpoint
By Porsha Auzeene FORT JOHNSON — With less than one month left in the 2024 Army Emergency Relief campaign, Fort Johnson ... Read more
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Fort Johnson youth wins Boys, Girls Club Louisiana Military Youth of Year
By Angie Thorne | Fort Johnson FORT JOHNSON — Emmalee Polk recently attended the Louisiana Youth of the ... Read more
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Fort Johnson a driving economic force for central, SW La.
By Emily Burleigh Fort Johnson is an economic tether for Vernon Parish — and the Louisiana Armed Forces ... Read more
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Patriot Brigade takes time to forge resilient warriors
By Chuck Cannon The motto of Fort Johnson is “Forging the Warrior Spirit.” The 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th ... Read more
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Army Emergency Relief 2024 campaign kicks off with day of fun
By Porsha Auzenne | Fort Johnson Public Affairs Office Fort Johnson kicked off the 2024 Army Emergency Relief campaign ... Read more