Fort Jackson holds community tour

Fort Jackson Commander Maj. Gen. Roger Cloutier is inviting the public to a special, up-close tour of the nation’s largest training base.

The seven-hour “Come See Your Army” tour will give visitors an opportunity to see how soldiers train and provide insight into the day-to-day operations of the post. During the tour, visitors will attend a basic combat training graduation, learn to shoot the M16A2 assault rifle simulator and eat in an Army dining facility among other activities.

The Aug. 6 tour is open to people age 13 and older. Reservations are required by July 30.

The tour begins at 7:30 a.m. Lunch costs $5.55.

For more information or to register please call Fort Jackson Community Relations at (803) 751-1474.

This story was originally published July 13, 2015 at 1:48 PM with the headline "Fort Jackson holds community tour."