An Army base since 1877, Fort Huachuca predates Arizona’s statehood by 35 years. Originating as Camp Huachuca, it is located in Cochise County in southeast Arizona, approximately 15 miles from the Mexico border.
Camp Huachuca was founded during the Apache Wars to secure the border with Mexico. After the war, the Army kept the base due to it’s strategic location near the border.
There are many historically significant aspects of Fort Huachuca. However, one important piece of American history lies in the fact that it was the base of the Buffalo Soldiers, which was a regiment of African American soldiers beginning in 1913. They were the 10th Cavalry Regiment.
One significant aspect of Fort Huachuca today is that it serves to train soldiers in the 13th Aviation Regiment on tactical drone operation.
As an active joint services installation, the fort also has two museums as a tribute to the historical significance of the camp and fort.