FORT KNOX, Ky. — Nearly a century of history is coming back after seven years.

What You Need To Know

  • U.S. Army V Corp reactivated at Fort Knox

  • V Corps was established in 1918 and deactivated in 2013

  • V Corps will bring in $58 million in payroll and $96 million for the local economy

  • V Corps will be fully operational October, 2021

The U.S. Army V Corps (pronounced "fifth corps") reactivated Friday at its new home at Fort Knox.

The command post is the Army corps’ fourth headquarters and U.S. Army Forces Command commanding Gen. Michael Garrett says it will help U.S. missions abroad.

“V Corps will fill a critical gap, synchronizing U.S. Army, allied and partner-nation tactical formations throughout Europe,” Garrett said.

V Corps was established back in 1918, helping the U.S. get through both World Wars, the Cold War, and more recent conflicts in the Middle East. It was deactivated in 2013.

“Today, we begin a new chapter in the celebrated history of this command,” McConnell said.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, said he’s honored Kentucky will house the V Corps.

“It will enable greater contributions by our NATO allies to promote security and stability on the front lines of a renewed competition with Russia,” McConnell said.

V Corps commander Lt. Gen. John Kolasheski said the Army goes through a rigorous process figuring out where to station troops and Fort Knox stood out.

“I think Fort Knox has a lot of the attributes that are necessary to house a headquarters for this type and allows us to project forces to Europe,” Kolasheski said.

The Governor’s office said the V Corps will bring in $58 million in payroll and $96 million for the local economy.

The Fifth Corps will have more than 600 soldiers, with some stationed in Poland, by the time it’s fully operational in October of next year.