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	Fort Myer, Virginia
		The earliest military establishment in the vicinity of Fort Myer were the earthbound fortifications built in 1812 along the east bank of the Potomac, where the Pentagon now stands.
		Overlooking Washington, D.C., and Georgetown to the north and the Virginia countryside to the south, Fort Whipple was considered one of the strongest fortifications built to defend the Union's capital.
		Today, Fort Myer is under the jurisdiction of the commanding general, U.S. Army Military District of Washington, but has its own Army Garrison commander who provides housing, service and support to thousands of soldiers, sailors and airmen working in a wide variety of agencies throughout the nation's capital.
	www.arlingtoncemetery.net /ftmyer.htm (868 words)

	Fort Myer - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Fort Myer is a U.S. Army post located adjacent to Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington County, Virginia, across the Potomac River from Washington, DC.
		Fort Myer was originally established as Fort Whipple during the American Civil War in 1863.
		Fort Myer was the location of several exhibition flights by Orville Wright in 1908.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Fort_Myer,_Virginia (156 words)

	Fort Myer
		The Fort Myer Military Community (FMMC) includes Fort Myer and Fort McNair (located in Washington D.C.) Fort Myer, Virginia is located in Arlington, VA, on U.S. Route 50 next to the Arlington National Cemetery, adjacent to and west of Washington D.C. The major command is the U.S. Army Military District of Washington (MDW).
		Fort Myer has been the home of the Army Chief of Staff for nearly a century and today is home for thousands of soldiers, sailors, and airman working throughout the Military District of Washington and the nation's capital.
		Fort Myer, Va., a Military District of Washington installation on a high bluff overlooking the nation's capital city, is home for some of the armed services' top-ranking officers.
	www.globalsecurity.org /military/facility/fort-myer.htm (1051 words)

	Fort Myer, Virginia: Historic Landscape Inventory
		Fort Greble, as part of the defensive cordon, was located four miles south of the Mall of the City of Washington (but still within the District of Columbia).
		As Myer stated in his 1869 annual report, the post "is well located for the purpose for which it is occupied, on the heights overlooking the valley of the Potomac, whence ranges for near and distant practice may be had from five to thirty miles" (Scheips 1974).
		The main gate for Fort Whipple (and later Fort Myer) from the 1870s to the 1940s stood at the base of Washington Avenue at the intersection of Sherman Road and Fenton Circle.
	www.cecer.army.mil /techreports/loemyer/Loe_Myer6-07.htm (2340 words)

	Fort Myer, Virginia: Historic Landscape Inventory
		Fort McPherson, another Arlington County fort, deserves mention for it was intended to function in tandem with Fort Whipple.
		Fort Whipple was among the newest additions to the defenses of Washington at that time having been completed in June 1863.
		As Fort Whipple developed into a permanent installation, and underwent development as Fort Myer in subsequent years, the Army began planting trees and vegetation in a manner reflective of urban settings of the time.
	www.cecer.army.mil /techreports/loemyer/Loe_Myer6-06.htm (2576 words)

	Fort Myer
		Fort Whipple, on 256 acres, was one of the stronger fortifications built to defend the Union capital across the Potomac River.
		The post was renamed Fort Myer the next year, primarily to honor the late chief signal officer, but also to eliminate confusion created by the existence of another Fort Whipple in Arizona.
		The first military test flight of an aircraft was made from the Fort Myer parade ground on Sept. 9, 1908, when Orville Wright kept one of his planes in the air for a minute and 11 seconds.
	www.themilitaryzone.com /bases/fort_myer.html (704 words)

	Fort Myer, Virginia: Historic Landscape Inventory
		Fort Myer is now the garrison home of a couple of cavalry troops that have seen bitter fighting on the frontier, and have been placed in this, one of the pleasantest posts in the country, as a sort of reward for their hard knocks in their country's service.
		Photographs of Fort Myer during this period show evidence of Victorian landscaping around the Officers' quarters, open parade grounds, street improvements, and the general urban feeling of the Fort (see Figure 21).
		The equestrian training area at Fort Myer is no longer visible, but the continued commitment to cavalry training in the 1920s and 1930s kept the area south of today's Summerall Field an open and free of development.
	www.cecer.army.mil /techreports/loemyer/Loe_Myer6-08.htm (4168 words)

	FMMC Military Community • Home
		Garrison Commander Col. Thomas A. Allmon, left, and Fort Myer Chapel Noncommissioned Officer in Charge Sgt. 1st Class Agustin Mendez wind up the May 18 Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers fun run-walk.
		About 250 military personnel and civilians participated in the annual event which included frozen t-shirt and banana-eating contests.
		Forts Myer, McNair, Henderson Hall 24/7 Gate Access Information
	www.fmmc.army.mil (81 words)

	Travel: Guarding history
		Fort Myer, next to Arlington National Cemetery, is home to the 3rd Infantry Regiment, formed in 1784.
		Nor do these folks know that Fort Myer, which has had a role in some of the most significant events in the nation's history, is open to visitors.
		The fort, as well as the cemetery, occupy land once owned by the family of Robert E. Lee, the West Point graduate who led the the Army of Northern Virginia and then the Confederate forces during the Civil War.
	www.sptimes.com /2003/05/25/Travel/Guarding_history.shtml (1196 words)

	Fort Myer, Virginia: Historic Landscape Inventory (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Fort Myer, Virginia, holds a central place in the history of the Army.
		Part of the fort is designated as a Historic District under the National Register of Historic Places.
		The goal of this research was to develop a statement of the historic context for Fort Myer, based on military missions, activities, historical associations, and periods of development.
	www.cecer.army.mil /techreports/loemyer/Loe_Myer6.htm (124 words)

	Fort Myer Historic District--Aviation: From Sand Dunes to Sonic Booms: A National Register of Historic Places Travel ...
		By the turn of the 20th century, the military had determined that Fort Myer should become a permanent army post, and an extensive building program was initiated.
		Fort Myer is also the home of the Air Force Chief of Staff and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
		The Fort Myer Historic District, a National Historic Landmark, is roughly bounded by Arlington Blvd (U.S. Clarendon Blvd. and Arlington National Cemetery.
	www.cr.nps.gov /nr/travel/aviation/ftm.htm (606 words)

	Fort Myer -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Fort Myer was originally established as Fort Whipple during the (Civil war in the United States between the North and the South; 1861-1865) American Civil War in 1863.
		It was renamed for Brigadier General (Click link for more info and facts about Albert J. Myer) Albert J. Myer, who established the Signal School of Instruction for Army and Navy Officers there in 1869.
		Fort Myer was the location of several exhibition flights by (United States aviation pioneer who (with his brother Wilbur Wright) invented the airplane (1871-1948)) Orville Wright in 1908.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/f/fo/fort_myer.htm (157 words)

	Myer - Coles Myer Archive at the State Library of Victoria
		Tom Myer is the Professor of Saxophone at the College of Music at the University of Colorado at Boulder and has
		MYER Fashions on the Field at Flemington for the Melbourne Cup
		The MYER Fashions on the Field centre stage is set to light up the famous Flemington lawns for another electric competition at the Melbourne Cup Carnival.
	iseeklinks.com /q/myer.htm (259 words)

	Energy Citations Database (ECD) - Energy and Energy-Related Bibliographic Citations (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Fort Myer is a permanent United States Army installation located in Arlington County, Virginia.
		The purpose of this study is to improve energy efficiency at Fort Myer by analyzing the effects and benefits of closing the central steam producing boiler facility during the non-heating months from mid-May to mid-October.
		Currently, the central steam plant operates through this period to provide steam for domestic hot water, steam driven laundry presses, air conditioning system reheat, food preparation and dishwashing demands of 22 buildings on the base.
	www.osti.gov /energycitations/product.biblio.jsp?osti_id=572327 (196 words)

	Houses for Rent in Fort Myer, Virginia - Free Rental Home Listings in VA
		We provide a searchable listing of houses for rent in Fort Myer, Virginia - free listings of rental homes throughout VA. View our classified ads to find Fort Myer rental homes that are perfect for you.
		Fort Myer rental homes, condos, townhomes, sublets, duplexes, studios, lofts, and vacant rooms.
		Check the area around your university, college, or school campus dormitory to find houses for rent in Fort Myer.
	rentspeed.com /cities/VA_Fort+Myer_Virginia.aspx (498 words)

	Program Analyst Issa Job--Apply Before: 11/8/2005 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Other Advantages: Fort Myer is 2 miles from the Pentagon and 4 miles from Washington, DC.
		Parking is free in the Fort Myer Military Community and garrison civilian employees are afforded the opportunity to participate in the Alternate Work Schedule program.
		Fort Myer has on post food facilities, as well as a Bowling Center, Fitness Center, Library, and Community Center (including ticket sales) that DoD civilian personnel can use.
	federalgovernmentjobs.us /jobs/program-analyst-issa-532710.html (1267 words)

	History (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		It was then inactivated in 1948 at Fort Myer, activated 10 Decmber 1965 at Fort Benning, Georgia.
		The 300th was then reassigned to Fort Riley, Kansas on 16 October 1996 and has since deployed to Hungary and Crotia in support of Operation Joint Forge and Noble Anvil from February-October of 1999.
		The supply room was awarded the Supply of Excellence Award for the 24th Infantry Division (Mechanized) and Fort Riley, and honorable mention in the III Corps Command Supply of Excellence Award.
	www.riley.army.mil /view/article.asp?id=334-2002-05-16-49130-78 (474 words)

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		Fort Myer holds a central place in the history of the Army.
	housing.fbkg.com /index.php?k=fort-lee-virginia-housing-and-development (924 words)

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		“Fort Myer, Virginia’s Place in Aviation History.” CRM Vol.
		History of Fort Myer, Virginia: 100th Anniversary Issue, Special Centennial Edition of the Fort Myer Post.
		Fort Myer, VA p.2 MISCELLANEOUS FILES-INSTALLATIONS Army Community Service guide, n.d.
	carlisle-www.army.mil /usamhi/bibliographies/FortPostInstallationBibliographies/MyerVA.doc (71 words)

	Fort William on Encyclopedia.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Remarks on presenting the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Secretary of Defense William Perry in Fort Myer, Virginia.
		Historic forts line coast ; The remaining military installations now serve as peaceful retreats for families and visitors.
		The grave of William Henry Roberts, thought by some to be Billy The Kid, lies in a cemetery in Hamilton, Texas.
	www.encyclopedia.com /html/X/X-F1ortW1il.asp (620 words)

	FORT MYER DIRECTIONS (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		Myer are about 1/2 to 1 mile from either gate.
		Fort Myer, Virginia, is located across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C., adjacent to Arlington National Cemetery.
		Exit Washington Blvd. to the right at the exit marked "Fort Myer Only." Go through gate at top of exit ramp and take the first left onto Sheridan Avenue (if you are being searched).
	www.nv.cc.va.us /ALEXANDRIA/MILITARY/FORTMYERDIRECTIONS.htm (974 words)

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		On 1 June 1919, the Regiment sailed for Boston and, upon arrival, the headquarters and 3d Squadron moved to Fort Ethan Allen, Vermont.
		3d Squadron was redesignated as 2d Squadron, which was stationed at Fort Myer, Virginia, and became known as the 'President's Own".
		Because of its proximity to Washington and Arlington National Cemetery, the 2d Squadron was frequently called upon to furnish honor guards and escorts for distinguished visitors and funeral escorts for distinguished civilian officials and military personnel.
	www.carson.army.mil /UNITS/3dacr/reghis01/reghis21.html (228 words)

	34:0038(10)RO - - Army Engineer Activity, Capital Area, Fort Myer, Virginia and International Association of Fire ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		On May 25, 1989, prior to an election between FFA and IAFF, an election conference was held in which the U.S. Army Engineer Activity, Capital Area, Fort Myer, Virginia (the Activity), IAFF, and FFA executed an Agreement for Consent or Directed Election.
		Management actions during an election which deviate from this required neutrality and which have the potential to interfere with the free choice of the voters require the election to be set aside.
		The Regional Director found that once the Activity learned about the two incidents of alleged improper solicitation for IAFF by employees, the Activity "acted quickly" to inform the employees involved to "cease soliciting while in duty status." Regional Director's Decision at 4, 5.
	www.flra.gov /decisions/v34/34-010-4.html (1883 words)

	USIS Washington File: Transcript: Clinton Remarks on 50th Anniversary of JCS Chair
		During remarks at an August 9 ceremony at Fort Myer, Virginia, honoring the 50th anniversary of the creation of the post of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the President urged the Senate Foreign Relations Committee to hold hearings on the pact when Congress returns to Washington in the fall.
		Fort Myer, Virginia 11:10 A.M. THE PRESIDENT: Thank you very much.
		Let me begin by thanking the Secretary for his remarks, his devotion, his remarkable leadership, and his willingness to serve in our administration -- to prove that when it comes to the national security of the United States, we are beyond party, and all Americans.
	usembassy-australia.state.gov /hyper/WF990809/epf106.htm (1978 words)

	GPN-2002-000124 - Wright Flyer Test Flights at Fort Myer, VA
		The Wright Flyer demonstrations at Fort Myer, Virginia on September 3, 1908.
		This bid came as a response to a War Department request issued a month earlier for a "Heavier-than-air Flying Machine." While Wilbur Wright went off to Paris to promote the Wright Flyer, Orville Wright stayed in Dayton, Ohio to design a plane for the Army Signal Corps.
		By August Orville's plane was ready and he headed to Fort Myer, Virginia, where the air trials were to take place.
	grin.hq.nasa.gov /ABSTRACTS/GPN-2002-000124.html (217 words)

	Writer Editor Job--Apply Before: 10/28/2005 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		About the Position: This position is located in the Fort Myer Military Community Public Affairs Office at Fort Myer, Virginia.
		The Fort Myer Military Community is comprised of Fort Myer, Virginia, and Fort Lelsey J. McNair, DC.
		Fort Myer is a historical post with a scenic view of Arlington National Cemetery and the District of Columbia.
	federalgovernmentjobs.us /jobs/writer-editor-526592.html (1308 words)

	Fort Myer Library
		The Fort Myer Post Library has a varied and versatile collection of books, audio books, and magazines for adults and children.
		The Fort Myer Post Library is located in Building 469 at 210 McNair Road on Fort Myer.
		Fort Myer Library either has or has access to all of the titles.
	www.fmmcmwr.com /librarymyer.htm (835 words)

	Arlington Nat'l cem/fort Myer Florists in Arlington Nat'l cem/fort Myer, Virginia for local Arlington Nat'l cem/fort ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-22)
		The Thanksgiving holiday is celebrated in Arlington Nat'l cem/fort Myer, Virginia with many types of arrangements ranging from simple autumn bouquets to grand Thanksgiving centerpieces.
		Some people in Arlington Nat'l cem/fort Myer may say that striving for perfection in a local Arlington Nat'l cem/fort Myer Thanksgiving Florists arrangement is an unrealistic expectation for this holiday but your Arlington Nat'l cem/fort Myer florist is always ready to deliver the perfect Florists arrangement in Arlington Nat'l cem/fort Myer.
		Teleflora’s local Arlington Nat'l cem/fort Myer florists in Arlington Nat'l cem/fort Myer, Virginia can offer advice on the type of Arlington Nat'l cem/fort Myer sympathy arrangements that will be both a tasteful and appropriate way to express your condolences.
	www.telaflora.net /va-virginia/florists/arlington-nat'l-cem/fort-myer-florists.asp (779 words)

	Mortuary affairs collection - September 11: Bearing Witness to History
		Context: The 311th Quartermaster Company (Mortuary Affairs), a U.S. Army Reserve unit from Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, was rushed to Fort Myer to assist with the recovery of remains from the September 11 Pentagon attack.
		After completing that task, the company shifted operations to nearby Fort Myer, Virginia, and went to work identifying and cleaning personal effects to be returned to survivors and the families of victims.
		Members of the 311th Quartermaster Company Mortuary Affairs Division carried this sign to Fort Myer, Virginia, from their home base in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico.
	americanhistory.si.edu /September11/collection/record.asp?ID=21 (335 words)

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