Unclaimed veterans laid to rest at Fort Jackson Cemetery
The remains of five previously unclaimed veterans were laid to rest at the Fort Jackson National Cemetery Friday.
The remains of five previously unclaimed veterans were laid to rest at the Fort Jackson National Cemetery Friday.
The U.S. Army is celebrating 250 years of service — but that’s not the only birthday being recognized over at Fort Jackson. The installation is also honoring its own 108th birthday.
A basic combat training soldier was found dead during training on Thursday, April 24th, according to the Fort Jackson Garrison Public Affairs Office.
The remains of a Columbia native World War II soldier will be buried at Fort Jackson on Friday, March 14.
“Coming here and watching these brave men and women that’ve chosen to serve their country, and seeing them put all this effort in, just makes you feel really fortunate for what we get to do on Sundays,” says Berry.
A $5,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of a man accused of attempted sexual assault and indecent exposure on Fort Jackson. The Army’s Criminal Investigation Division says the incident was reported on November 24, 2024.
In total, over 3,500 pounds of turkey, 3,600 pounds of ham, 6,000 pounds of fresh fruits and vegetables, and thousands of pies will be dished out.
According to Fort Jackson, a 34-year-old drill sergeant was found unresponsive in his home and was later pronounced deceased.
Fort Jackson — known for training half of all Army recruits across America — is celebrating its birthday with a week of events.
A 39-year-old Fort Jackson basic combat training trainee died after becoming unresponsive on Monday, says the Army.