Summary
People living near Fort Campbell, a large U.S. Army base on the Tennessee-Kentucky border, are thinking a lot about the war in Iran. This base is important because it's home to the 101st Airborne Division, which has played a big role in many American wars.
Key Facts
- Fort Campbell is located on the border between Tennessee and Kentucky.
- It is home to the 101st Airborne Division, known as "the Screaming Eagles."
- The 101st Airborne Division has been involved in many major U.S. conflicts since World War II.
- After the events of September 11, 2001, many troops from this division were sent to Afghanistan and Iraq.
- During military surges in Afghanistan and Iraq, the division experienced heavy combat losses yearly.
- Residents in military communities around Fort Campbell are concerned about the ongoing war in Iran.
