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H-401

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Camp Eagle (H-401)
Camp Eagle (H-401), formerly known as R-401, was officially dedicated July 3, 1989. The camp was established through the cooperative efforts of both the Republic of Korea and the United States Governments. This was the first joint major project that both governments actively funded. Camp Eagle is the most modern and newest installation within the Republic of Korea and supports two primary units: the 1st Squadron, 6th Cavalry Brigade; and Co. G, 52nd Aviation Regiment, 194th Maintenance Bn. provides direct support 1st Squadron, 6th Cavalry Brigade; 607th Weather Squadron; OLB Det. 2, USAF; 520th Maintenance Company (MST); and Lockheed Martin. Camp Eagle was reorganized in June 1996 and became part of Area III with installation responsibilities belonging to the installation commander at Camp Long. Camp Eagle Community facilities are mostly located at Camp Long, 7 miles away. Camp Eagle does have a Community Club, Fire Department, Dining facility, small Post Exchange, Gymnasium, ATM, Barber Shop, KATUSA Snack Bar, and Softball Field. Professional services provided to those assigned at Camp Eagle are: Chapel, Airfield Safety, and Airfield Operations.
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