Fort Hamilton

The face of America's Army in New York City.

Verrazano-Narrows Bridge

The Verrazano-Narrows Bridge is a double-decked suspension bridge that connects the New York City boroughs of Staten Island and Brooklyn.

It has a central span of 4,260 feet (1,298 m) and was the longest suspension bridge in the world at its completion in 1964, until it was surpassed by the Humber Bridge in the United Kingdom in 1981.
Sgt. Engeldrum Bluff overlooking the New York Harbor

During the Civil War, open batteries of powerful, smooth-bore Rodman cannons were added to Fort Hamilton’s defenses. Visit the Harbor Defense Museum to learn more about the history of Fort Hamilton.
Garrison Headquarters

For emergencies, please call the DIrectorate of Emergency Services at 718-630-INFO (4636).

For installation updates and weather conditions continue to visit Fort Hamilton Facebook page at www.facebook.com/USAGFortHamilton or call our information line at 718 630-INFO (4636).

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February Fort Hamilton Connection

Black History Month

U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hamilton will host its annual African American/Black History Month observance at the community club February 28 at 3 p.m. For more information, call 718-630-4477.

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Women’s History Month

U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hamilton will host its annual Women’s History Month observance at the community club March 14 at 11:30. For more information, call 718-630-4477.

Vietnam Veterans ceremony

U.S. Army Garrison Fort Hamilton will host its annual Vietnam Veterans Day ceremony March 28 at 11:30 at the community club. For more information, call 718-630-4477.

Verrazano-Narrows Bridge

Sgt. Engeldrum Bluff overlooking the New York Harbor

Garrison Headquarters