JRTC and Fort Johnson

Lt. Gen. Omar Jones, Installation Management Command Commanding General, and IMCOM Command Sgt. Maj. Jason Copeland traveled to Fort Johnson Nov. 20 to thank the IMCOM workforce for their service and support, and to recognize their contributions to improve the readiness, resilience, and quality of life for Soldiers and their Families. Jones also gave his Commander’s Coin to five members of the Fort Johnson staff who stood out for their service excellence. Omar Jones U.S. Army Installation Management Command We Are The #ArmysHome #PeopleFirst #ServiceCulture

Today, we salute the heroes among us. Your sacrifices and dedication have shaped our Nation. Thank you, veterans, for your service and bravery. #VeteransDay

JRTC and Fort Johnson leadership attended the 25th Annual East Beauregard Veterans Day Ceremony. This event is held annually in Dry Creek, La. to honor Veterans in Southwest Louisiana. In his address, Brig. Gen. Jason Curl, commanding general of JRTC and Fort Johnson said "To all our veterans here today, and to those who are only with us in spirit, we owe you a debt we can never fully repay. Thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your unwavering commitment to our Nation."

We extend our gratitude to the Veterans of Beauregard Parish for including us on their float at the fair parade. JRTC and Fort Johnson proudly serve alongside such a wonderful community! 🇺🇸

📚🎒 Exciting times ahead as our JRTC and Fort Johnson kids head back to school! Let's cheer them on as they embark on a new academic year filled with learning, growth, and fun. Whether it's their first day of kindergarten or their final year of high school, we know they'll make us proud. Here's to a year of great achievements and wonderful memories. Our local schools are some of the best in the state! 3rd in math test scores, 5th in reading scores, and 4th in sending kids to college among schools outside CONUS installations! Go Fort Johnson students! 📚🎒 #BackToSchool #FortJohnsonKids #NewBeginnings #SchoolYear2024

Happy #NationalAirborneDay! 🪂 National Airborne Day, Aug. 16, honors the military's airborne divisions of the Armed Forces. Aug. 16, 1940, marks the date of the first official Army parachute jump at Ft. Benning, Georgia. The successful jump validated the innovative concept of inserting U.S. ground combat forces behind a battle line by parachute. These sky soldiers represent some of the most prestigious and expertly trained forces in the United States Army. #AATW

Today we honor the extraordinary courage and sacrifice of our Purple Heart recipients. Your bravery and dedication to our country are unparalleled. #PurpleHeartDay

At a Change of Responsibility Ceremony held yesterday on Warrior Field, JRTC and Fort Johnson bid farewell to Command Sgt. Maj. David Hanson and welcomed Command Sgt. Maj. Oracio Pena. #forgingthewarriorspirit #Warrior9 Oracio Pena U.S. Army Forces Command (FORSCOM) US Army

Today, Maj. Gen. David W. Gardner relinquished command of JRTC and Fort Johnson. As he ended his remarks today Maj. Gen. Gardner said, "It has been an honor and a privilege to be Warrior 6". Thank you for your service, for your wisdom, and for always leading by example. As you move forward to new endeavors, know that you carry with you our deepest respect and heartfelt gratitude. Brig. Gen. Jason A. Curl will assume command of JRTC and Fort Johnson in a ceremony on July 11. #forgingthewarriorspirit