Fort McPherson is a U.S. Army base located in southwest Atlanta, Georgia. It is the home to the 3rd U.S. Army, U.S. Army Reserve Command (USARC), and Forces Command (FORSCOM). Named for Major GeneralJames Birdseye McPherson, the base was founded in September of 1885. The site, however, has been in use since 1835 and saw use as a Confederate post during the American Civil War. During the Reconstruction era, it was named McPherson Barracks and served as a base for federal troops occupying Atlanta. Fort Gillem, its neighbor and sub-installation, shares several common services, morale support activities, and other activities.
Built in 1863, FortMcPherson was established to ensure peace along the western frontier between the immigrants traveling along the Oregon Trail and the Native American inhabitants.
FortMcPherson National Cemetery is the final resting place for 63 Buffalo Soldiers of the 9th and 10th Cavalry.
FortMcPherson National Cemetery has served as the final resting place for American men and women who have served their country at many different times in many wars throughout the years.
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