Aberdeen Proving Ground

Aberdeen Proving Ground
Aberdeen, Maryland
APG emblem
This sign on U.S. Route 40 in Aberdeen, Maryland commemorates the establishment of Aberdeen Proving Ground in 1917.
Site information
OwnerUS Army
Open to
the public
No
WebsiteAPG Garrison link
army.mil link
Location
Aberdeen Proving Ground
Location of Aberdeen Proving Ground
Aberdeen Proving Ground
Aberdeen Proving Ground (the United States)
Coordinates39°28′30″N 76°07′30″W / 39.475°N 76.125°W / 39.475; -76.125
Site history
Built1917 (1917)
In use1917–present
Garrison information
Current
commander
MG James D. Turinetti IV (Commanding General)
COL Troy S. Johnson (Garrison Commander)

Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG) is a U.S. Army facility located adjacent to Aberdeen, Maryland, United States. More than 7,500 civilians and 5,000 military personnel work at APG. There are 11 major commands among the tenant units, including: