SCHOFIELD BARRACKS/WHEELER ARMY AIRFIELD
Schofield Barracks, HI 96857, USA

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Wheeler Army Airfield

Wheeler Army Airfield, just 20 miles from the state capital of Honolulu, is home to the headquarters of U.S. Army Garrison-Hawaii. USAG-HI operates 22 Army installations and subinstallations in Hawaii and provides quality installation management service and support for more than 98,000 Army and civilian personnel, as well as military

Schofield Barracks

Centrally located on Oahu, on the eastern slope of the Waianae Mountain Range, Schofield Barracks is named in honor of Lt. Gen. John M. Schofield, who, in 1872, recognized the strategic importance of Oahu to the defense of the United States. Construction was begun on the barracks in 1909. Today,

Units

USAG-HI reports directly to Installation Management Command-Pacific. USAG-HI operates 22 Army installations and sub-installations in Hawaii and provides quality installation management service and support for more than 98,000 Army and civilian personnel, as well as military family members and retirees, assigned to Fort Shafter, Tripler Army Medical Center, Schofield Barracks,

Planning Your Move

The key to a successful transition is your sponsor; however, reading this publication and taking the time to familiarize yourself with all the services and facilities available to you will better prepare you for your move to Hawaii. May your tour of duty here be a rewarding, enjoyable experience. Another

Housing

Island Palm Communities (IPC) offers a great on-post living experience to families from all military branches. Our services and amenities cannot be matched by any other residential community off post. In addition to excellent property management support, residents can enjoy many recreational amenities, such as tot lots, basketball courts, spray

Medical and Dental Services

If you and your family are moving to Hawaii, work with your health care provider, whether TRICARE (service members and their families) or another provider (Department of the Army civilians and their families), before you arrive to ensure a seamless transition in care.  

Family Services

The Family and MWR Blue Star Card is a discount and activities program for Army spouses and families of deployed, TDY and unaccompanied PCS Soldiers overseas for a period of 90 days or longer. The program is a joint effort of all Family and MWR facilities with the primary goal

Dining

Whether you’re in the mood for a filling entre, soup and salad or just need to grab a quick bite before hitting the golf course, Family and MWR Hawaii, the exchange and the Inn at Schofield Barracks offer a number of dining options to their patrons. Family and MWR Hawaii

Recreation

The newest concept in the Army, a multipurpose recreation center, the Tropics offers food and entertainment for adults ages 18 and up. The Tropics is open seven days a week, 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

History

In 1873, Maj. Gen. John M. Schofield surveyed Pearl Harbor to evaluate its military potential, and for more than a century, Hawaii has played a major role as a headquarters for the U.S. Army in the Pacific. Following the Spanish-American War in 1898, the United States annexed Hawaii. With the

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Leaders guide military job seekers at summit

Story by Christine Cabalo on 10/21/2016 SCHOFIELD BARRACKS Civilian business leaders and senior military personnel rallied to solve the challenge of helping the military community find jobs during the Hawaii Transition Summit, Oct. 18. The two-day summit was organized by the Schofield Barracks Transition Assistance Program (TAP) and Hiring Our

Storied Infantry Division Celebrates 75 Year War-Fighting Legacy

Story by PO2 Aiyana Paschal on 10/13/2016 SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii- 6 Oct 2016- The 25th Infantry Division (ID) celebrated its 75th anniversary during the annual event, "Tropic Lightning Week" from Oct. 3-8. The bulk of the celebrations happened on Oct. 6, and were held to build unit cohesion and showcase

8th Theater Sustainment Command changes leadership

Story by SGT Jon Heinrich on 07/09/2016 Story by Sgt. Jon Heinrich, 8th TSC Public Affairs SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii -- The Pacific Theater's senior Army logistics unit changed leadership July 8 on Hamilton Field, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. Maj. Gen. Edward F. Dorman III relinquished command of the 8th Theater Sustainment
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