Fort Benning to host Ranger Hall of Fame Induction

On Wednesday, June 24, the Maneuver Center of Excellence and Airborne and Ranger Training Brigade, in partnership with the 75th Ranger Regiment, will host the 34th Annual Ranger Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.

The Ranger Hall of Fame is the pinnacle of recognition for America’s most extraordinary Rangers. Established in 1992, it commemorates those who have proven unparalleled courage, selfless service, and elite leadership throughout the history of U.S. Army Ranger units.

Twelve inductees will be honored. The 2026 class includes high-ranking retired generals, combat veterans, and honorary members recognized for their contributions to the Ranger community. The ceremony will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Marshall Auditorium at McGinnis-Wickham Hall, Fort Benning.

The Hall of Fame is deeply significant for a few key reasons, including serving as the official archive honoring contributions spanning every era of Ranger history, from the early colonial days through modern conflicts. It also creates role models and provides examples of the Ranger Creed for current-era soldiers.

The U.S. Army Ranger Hall of Fame (RHOF) honors the legacy of extraordinary Rangers and is housed at the National Infantry Museum. It is jointly managed by the 75th Ranger Regiment and the Airborne and Ranger Training Brigade

The 2026 class included high-ranking retired generals, combat veterans, and honorary members recognized for their contributions to the Ranger community.

Notable inductees range from early Ranger pioneers to modern military leaders and combat veterans. They include GEN Creighton Abrams, who oversaw the troop withdrawal from the Vietnam War, COL William Darby, legendary commander of Darby’s Ranger in WWII, and GEN Austin Scott Miller, Retired general who commanded all U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan.

The new inductees have made significant contributions, whether through military contributions or civilian support. They share a common goal to help Rangers Lead the Way.