About this Unit
Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC), Army Reserve Readiness Training Center (ARRTC), located at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin, serves as the command and administrative element for the ARRTC. Established to support the training and readiness of Army Reserve units, HHC ARRTC coordinates critical administrative, logistical, and operational functions. Over the years, the unit has played a pivotal role in preparing soldiers and leaders through a variety of courses and exercises, enhancing overall reserve component readiness. Fort McCoy has been a central hub for Army Reserve training since World War II, and HHC ARRTC continues this legacy by ensuring all supported units are mission-ready.
Historical Facts
• Heritage: HHC ARRTC stands for Headquarters and Headquarters Company, Army Reserve Readiness Training Center, located at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin, a historic U.S. Army installation established in 1909.
• Training Mission: The ARRTC at Fort McCoy serves as a key hub for training Army Reserve Soldiers, focusing on leadership, readiness, and mobilization preparation.
• Leadership Development: The unit is known for conducting courses such as the Basic Leader Course (BLC) and other Non-Commissioned Officer Education System (NCOES) classes to develop future Army leaders.
• Cold War Role: During the Cold War, Fort McCoy and its tenant units, including HHC ARRTC, played vital roles in training and supporting reserve units for potential deployment in Europe and beyond.
• Mobilization Platform: HHC ARRTC and Fort McCoy have processed and mobilized thousands of Soldiers for operations including Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom.
• Community Engagement: The unit participates in community outreach, hosting events such as Armed Forces Day and supporting local veteran initiatives.
• Joint Training: HHC ARRTC often collaborates with other branches—such as National Guard, Air Force, and even international partners—for joint exercises and disaster response drills.
• Innovative Training Methods: The ARRTC was among the first to integrate simulation training and digital classrooms for Army Reserve Soldiers to enhance learning and adaptability.
• Historic Facilities: Fort McCoy, including the areas utilized by HHC ARRTC, features structures dating back to its early 20th-century origins, blending modern training with historical ambiance.
• Veteran Connections: Many Soldiers who trained with HHC ARRTC at Fort McCoy have gone on to distinguished military and civilian careers, highlighting its long-standing impact on Army leadership and readiness.