Fort Riley is home to the 1st Infantry Division, known as 'The Big Red One'.
Junction City, Kansas
Fort Riley is home to the 1st Infantry Division, known as 'The Big Red One'.
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Fort Riley is located near Junction City, Kansas.
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Junction City is the nearest listed city for Fort Riley.
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