Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Military Base

UH-60 Black Hawks, flown by U.S. Army Soldiers from 29th Combat Aviation Brigade, Maryland Army National Guard, take off at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Md., during training April 5, 2014. (Photo by Staff Sgt. Michael Davis)

Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) is home to nearly 70 tenant organizations.

Located just off Maryland's beautiful Chesapeake Bay, the Aberdeen area features family-oriented communities, beautiful neighborhoods, and many exciting leisure activities that compliment the relaxed Chesapeake Bay Lifestyle. Aberdeen has excellent schools, an array of entertainment options and sports facilities.

Aberdeen Proving Ground Information

Condition: Operational
Years in Use: 1917-Present
Controlled by: United States Army (IMCOM)
Current Commander: Colonel Troy S. Johnson
Garrison: 20th CBRNE Command, U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command (CECOM), U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM), U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command (ATEC)
Base Occupants: 20th CBRNE Command
Open to the Public: No