Fort Dix is a United States Army base located in New Jersey. Established in 1917, it has served various roles, including training soldiers and housing military personnel. The base is part of the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, which combines the operations of multiple military branches. The facility is named after Major General John Adams Dix, a Union general during the American Civil War. Fort Dix has been involved in numerous military operations and training exercises, supporting both active duty and reserve components of the U.S. Army. Its strategic location allows for easy access to major transportation routes.