Columbia Hotel Near Fort Jackson

Visit This Basic Training Center of Excellence Stay at a Columbia, SC Hotel offering stylish relaxation the next time you visit Fort Jackson Army Base. At the Hampton Inn Columbia Northeast, clean and comfortable accommodations will combine perfectly with your travel goals of visiting Fort Jackson.

Fort Jackson's Military Post Beginnings
Fort Jackson was created in 1917 as the United States began its combat operations in World War I. It remained a top training post until the end of the war, when it was abandoned on April 25, 1922. The post was then reactivated for World War II and has remained that way since. Throughout the history of the United States Army, some of the best and most well respected soldiers began their careers at this distinguished training center. Visit our Fort Jackson Hotel and see the Fort Jackson Training Center

Fort Jackson is the largest initial entry training center in the nation. In fact 40% of all Army soldiers and an amazing 70% of women soldiers are trained at this base. The post's primary goal is to make sure soldiers are trained, disciplined, motivated, physically fit and ready for life in the military. Fort Jackson is not just a basic training facility it is also the home of the U.S. Army Chaplains Center and U.S. Army Soldier Support Institute. The fort also offers support to military retirees as well as employs 15,000 military personnel and 4,000 civilians. Experience the Fort Jackson Museum with Hampton Inn Columbia Northeast

While visiting the base you should make time to visit the Fort Jackson Museum as well. This institute was established in 1972 with a collection of only 20 artifacts. Today the gallery showcases 4,000 items including weapons and uniforms from World War I. If you are a family member of one of the soldiers you can also take part in the Family Team Building Course. The goal of the course is to educate families on the basics of military education so they and their soldiers can better prepare for the 21 st Century challenges.

Fort Jackson is truly one of the premier military training bases in the world. If you are planning to visit a loved one, or just want to visit the base, then book a room at the Hampton Inn Columbia Northeast , where southern hospitality and comfort can always be found.