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Fort Riley is a United States Army installation located in North Central Kansas, on the Kansas River, also known as the Kaw, between Junction City and Manhattan. The Fort Riley Military Reservation covers 101,733 acres (41,170 ha) in Geary and Riley counties. [1]
- January, 1853
- Army post
- 1853–present
- United States
Fort Riley is located in northeastern Kansas, one hour west of Topeka, the state capitol. Fort Riley is in both Geary and Riley counties. The two primary local towns are Junction City (mostly a military town) and Manhattan (mostly a college town, home to Kansas State University).
- 500 Holbrook Ave, Garrison HQ, Fort Riley, 66442, KS
- (888) 363-6431
Fort Riley has always had an important role in the defense of our nation and the training of our Soldiers. This location, approved by the War Department in January 1853, offered an advantageous...
Jan 6, 2023 · Fort Riley is a FORSCOM installation and the home of the Army's First and most storied Division — 1st Infantry Division — "The Big Red One", l ocated in the in the Central Flint Hills region of...
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Fort Riley is one of the largest military installations in the United States, covering 407 square km and hosting over 25000 individuals. It is so large that it has its own zip code. It is located on the Kansas River and spreads over two different counties – Riley and Geary.
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SHOW ALL QUESTIONS. Fort Riley is a United States Army installation located in North Central Kansas, on the Kansas River, also known as the Kaw, between Junction City and Manhattan. The Fort Riley Military Reservation covers 101,733 acres (41,170 ha) in Geary and Riley counties.