FORT CAMPBELL, KY – The 101st Airborne Division and Fort Campbell will host the annual Week of the Eagles 2023 starting May 19 through the 25th, at Fort Campbell.

First held in 1974, Week of the Eagles honors the legacy and heritage of the 101st Airborne Division involving Veterans, current Screaming Eagle Soldiers, and community members. The week consists of competitive and espirit-de-corps events which culminates in the recognition in the awarding of the coveted commander’s cup.

This year we will be celebrating the 80 years of the 101st Airborne Division’s dedicated service to the nation. The 101st was activated on Aug. 16, 1942, at Camp Claiborne, Louisiana. The first commanding general, Maj. Gen. William C. Lee, said that the division had no history, but that it had a “rendezvous with destiny.” The division will continue to address the nation’s evolving security landscape, with the same level of professionalism, as it has for the past 80 years.

Key events

  • May 19, 6:30 a.m. – Division Run. The 101st Airborne Division will conduct a large-scale run as a division. The run route encompasses several roads on the installation. Please note that early arrival will be required to cover this event due to earlier-than-normal road closures, which are necessary to safely accommodate the route.
  • May 19, 11:30 a.m. – Boot Display at the 101st Airborne Division headquarters. Fallen service members since 9/11 are represented by boots on the ground. Senior leaders will make remarks during this event.
  • May 20, 1:30 p.m. – Air Assault Demonstration and Static Displays. This event features a live demonstration of air assault tactics involving both aircraft and soldiers. It will be held at The Sabalauski Air Assault School.
  • May 20, 5:30 p.m.– The Girl Who Wore Freedom film viewing. In attendance will be the producer of the film. At the end of the viewing there will be a questions and answers session.
  • May 22, 1 p.m. 1:30 p.m. – Soldier Recovery Unit Eagle Warrior Memorial Garden Rededication Ceremony. This event will involve a rededication ceremony and unveiling of a memorial plaque.
  • May 22, 2 p.m. – 101st Airborne Division Mass Reenlistment Ceremony at The Sabalauski Air Assault School. More than 100 soldiers will conduct a reenlistment at once.
  • May 23, 3 p.m. – Memorial Day Ceremony. A memorial ceremony will be conducted to honor the fallen. The ceremony will take place at the 101st Airborne Division Headquarters.
  • May 25, 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. – Division Review. The 101st Airborne Division will conduct a review ceremony involving a large number of soldiers at the division parade field. During this event, the winners of the division’s Best Competitions and Commander’s Cup will be announced.