The history of FT. McClellan, AL began in July of 1917-1999. It was located near Anniston, AL, which was the first and only military post in that vicinity. On July 1, 1929 Camp McClellan was formally changed to Fort McClellan, which became a permanent duty assignment for active Army. Fort McClellan was named after Major General George B. McClellan, who was the General in Chief of the Army from 1861-1862. It was the first southern military installation named in honor of a northerner general. McClellan
continues to be conducted within its facilities. History The Chemical Defense Training facility was originally located at Fort McClellan, Alabama. The Chemical School was established at Fort McClellan in 1979 (U.S. Army, 1986), but after the Base Realignment and Closure Commission decided to close Fort McClellan the training was moved to the new location in Fort Leonard Wood. The official closing ceremony was held on May 20, 1999. In the article “The End of an Illustrious Career” Major General R. G.