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The state of Virginia has 27 military bases. Every service branch has at least one base in Virginia. The military bases listed below are all located in Northern Virginia.
Army:
Fort Belvoir Army Base in Fairfax, VA
Fort Belvoir is an Army installation that absorbed about 30 other federal agencies in 2011 as an outcome of the 2005 BRAC (Base Realignment and Closure Commission.) Still known as Fort Belvoir, the number of people stationed there nearly doubled with a population growth of about 27,000. This installation is located in Fairfax County in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Joint Base Myer–Henderson Hall in Arlington, VA
Formerly called Fort Myer, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall is located in Arlington, Virginia and has been continuously utilized as an Army facility from its inception during the Civil War to the present day. Fort Myer, Fort Leslie J. McNair and Marine Headquarters, Henderson Hall, were merged under the Joint Base Realignment and Closure initiative as Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall (JBM-HH).
Fort AP Hill Army Base in Bowling Green, VA
Fort A. P. Hill is located close to the town of Bowling Green, Virginia and is one of the largest and most important US military installments on the East Coast. As it describes itself, it is the place where the United States sharpens its forces in every domain. The base is about 76000 acres in size!
Warrenton Training Center Army Base in Warrenton, VA
The Warrenton Training Center is located in the northern tip of Virginia, 48 miles west of Washington DC. While not technically Northern Virginia, Warrenton lies just outside of its bounds and thus included in this guide.
Navy:
Naval Support Facility in Arlington, VA
Naval Support Facility (NSF), located in Arlington, Virginia, provides critical support services to U.S. Navy personnel and other Department of Defense entities. Situated near the Pentagon, NSF Arlington offers administrative, logistical, and operational support for military operations and personnel stationed in the Washington, D.C. area. The facility also plays a role in enhancing Navy readiness and ensuring effective coordination with other branches of the military, given its proximity to key defense institutions.
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division in Dahlgren, VA
The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (NSWC Dahlgren), located in Dahlgren, Virginia, is a premier research, development, and testing facility for the U.S. Navy. It focuses on advanced technologies in areas such as surface warfare, missile defense, cybersecurity, and weapons systems. NSWC Dahlgren supports critical innovation and testing of naval weapons, sensors, and command systems, playing a vital role in ensuring the operational readiness and technological superiority of the U.S. Navy. The facility also collaborates with other military and defense agencies to enhance national security capabilities.
Coast Guard:
National Maritime Center Coast Guard in Arlington, VA
National Maritime Center is among the main institutions in the United States Coast Guard. The center provides credentials to all the mariners who are up to pursuing a prolific career in this armed force. The US Coast Guard has served the interests of the United States of America for around two centuries.
National Pollution Center Coast Guard in Arlington, VA
The National Pollution Funds Center is located in Arlington, Virginia and is controlled by the United States Coast Guard. The center was created to monitor and help with the transportation of oil across American waters. The National Pollution Funds Center has the capability to respond to spills with the need assets 24hrs a day anywhere in the U.S.
Navigation Center Coast Guard Base in Alexandria, VA
The Navigation Center operated by the United States Coast Guard doesn’t need too much introduction. The center provides the most advanced techniques and technologies when it comes to navigational systems. It supports all the missions conducted by the US Coast Guard and it is the most advanced center of its kind in all the military forces.
Marines:
Quantico Military Reservation Marine Corps in Triangle, VA
Marine Corps Base Quantico is near Triangle, Virginia, spread across three different counties, and serves as a vital training base for the U.S. Marine Corps. It is home to the Marine Corps Combat Development Command and the Officer Candidates School, playing a key role in developing future leaders. The facility also supports various military operations and exercises, emphasizing readiness and strategic training.
Marine Corps Air Facility in Quantico, VA
The Marine Corps Air Facility Quantico is located in Quantico, Virginia and was built in 1919. The squadron HMX-1 currently flies the President of the United States under the orders of the current commander William C. Pacatte III. The air facility’s nickname is Turner field, named after Veteran Colonel Thomas C. Turner.
Other:
The Pentagon in Arlington, VA
The Pentagon, located in Arlington, Virginia, is the headquarters of the U.S. Department of Defense and one of the world's largest office buildings. Completed in 1943, it serves as the central hub for the U.S. military, housing senior leadership and supporting defense operations worldwide. The Pentagon is a symbol of U.S. military power and strategy, coordinating defense policy, intelligence, and military activities.
Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) - Arlington, VA
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is a U.S. government agency responsible for developing cutting-edge technologies to enhance national security. Founded in 1958, DARPA plays a crucial role in pioneering innovations in areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, robotics, and advanced materials. By funding high-risk, high-reward projects, DARPA accelerates the development of breakthrough technologies that often have wide-ranging applications beyond defense, contributing to advancements in civilian industries as well. Its focus on transformative technologies has led to many significant inventions, including the early development of the internet.