Asbestos Exposure at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning)
Fort Moore, formerly Fort Benning, is the home of the U.S. Army Infantry and Armor Schools and one of the largest Army training installations in the country. The base's enormous inventory of WWII-era buildings, vehicle maintenance facilities, and training infrastructure created widespread asbestos exposure for both soldiers and the large civilian workforce supporting the installation.
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Asbestos History at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning)
Fort Moore, formerly Fort Benning, is the home of the U.S. Army Infantry and Armor Schools and one of the largest Army training installations in the country. The base's enormous inventory of WWII-era buildings, vehicle maintenance facilities, and training infrastructure created widespread asbestos exposure for both soldiers and the large civilian workforce supporting the installation.
Key Facts
Fort Benning was established in 1918 and renamed Fort Moore in 2023 to honor Hal and Julia Moore.
The installation is home to the U.S. Army Infantry School and the U.S. Army Armor School, making it the primary training ground for ground combat forces.
During World War II, Fort Benning trained over 100,000 soldiers at a time and became the largest infantry training post in the world.
The base contains thousands of buildings, many of which were constructed during or shortly after WWII with asbestos-containing materials.
The Army has identified and remediated asbestos in numerous Fort Moore structures, including barracks, mess halls, and maintenance facilities built before 1975.
Where Asbestos Was Found at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning)
Asbestos was integrated into the infrastructure of virtually every military installation built before 1980. At Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning), documented asbestos-containing materials were found in:
WWII-era barracks and training buildings
Steam heating systems and boiler plants
Vehicle and armor maintenance facilities
Pipe insulation in base utilities
Weapons and equipment storage facilities
Administrative buildings and command posts
Training range support structures
Workers and service members in these areas faced chronic low-level exposure over the course of months or years. Because mesothelioma has a latency period of 20 to 50 years, many veterans who served decades ago are only receiving diagnoses today.
Affected Occupations at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning)
Certain occupational roles at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning) carried significantly higher asbestos exposure risk due to direct contact with insulation, gaskets, pipe systems, and other asbestos-containing materials:
👷Infantry and armor training instructors
👷Vehicle mechanics
👷Facilities maintenance workers
👷Pipefitters
👷Electricians
👷Boiler plant operators
👷Construction and renovation workers
Even workers who did not directly handle asbestos — such as supervisors, inspectors, or administrative personnel who spent time in affected areas — may have experienced bystander exposure sufficient to cause mesothelioma decades later.
Asbestos Trust Funds for Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning) Veterans
The companies that manufactured and supplied asbestos-containing materials used at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning) have established bankruptcy trust funds totaling over $30 billion to compensate victims. Veterans and workers exposed at this installation may be eligible to file claims against multiple trusts:
Johns-Manville
Owens Corning
W.R. Grace
Armstrong World Industries
Pittsburgh Corning
Trust fund claims are separate from VA benefits — you can pursue both simultaneously. Most trust fund claims are resolved within 12 to 18 months. Our attorneys handle the entire process with no upfront cost.
VA Benefits for Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning) Veterans
Army veterans stationed at this installation were exposed to asbestos in barracks construction, vehicle maintenance shops, ordnance handling facilities, and base infrastructure.
VA Disability & Healthcare Benefits
100% VA Disability Rating — Mesothelioma automatically qualifies for the maximum VA disability rating, providing monthly compensation of $3,737+ for a single veteran (2026 rates).
VA Healthcare — Full access to VA oncology centers, including specialized mesothelioma care at VA cancer centers.
Aid & Attendance — Additional monthly compensation for veterans who need help with daily activities due to illness.
Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) — Monthly payments to surviving spouses and dependent children of veterans who died from service-connected asbestos diseases.
Vocational Rehabilitation — Job training and career services for veterans whose condition affects their ability to work.
Your Legal Rights as a Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning) Veteran
Veterans with mesothelioma or asbestos-related lung cancer have the right to file civil lawsuits against the manufacturers of asbestos products used at their base — separate from and in addition to VA claims. These lawsuits are filed against the asbestos companies, not the military, and do not affect your VA benefits.
Statute of Limitations — Act Before Your Deadline
Every state imposes a filing deadline — called the statute of limitations — for mesothelioma claims. In most states, you have 2 to 3 years from the date of diagnosis to file. Missing this deadline permanently bars your right to compensation.
Our attorneys have worked with veterans from Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning) and dozens of other military installations. We understand the unique exposure history, documentation requirements, and combination of VA + civil litigation strategies that maximize compensation for veterans and their families. No fees unless we win.
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If you or a family member served at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning) and have been diagnosed with mesothelioma or asbestos-related lung cancer, contact us today. Our attorneys are available 24/7 and will review your case at no cost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Was there asbestos at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning)?
Yes. Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning) (Columbus, Georgia) has documented asbestos exposure from 1918–present. Asbestos was used in WWII-era barracks and training buildings, Steam heating systems and boiler plants, Vehicle and armor maintenance facilities, and other areas throughout the installation. Asbestos-related diseases linked to this base include mesothelioma and lung cancer.
Can Army veterans from Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning) get compensation?
Yes. Veterans who served at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning) and were later diagnosed with mesothelioma or asbestos-related lung cancer may qualify for compensation from asbestos trust funds including Johns-Manville, Owens Corning, W.R. Grace. Personal injury lawsuits against asbestos manufacturers are also available. Our firm works on contingency — no fees unless we win.
What VA benefits are available for Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning) veterans?
Veterans who served at Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning) and developed asbestos-related diseases may qualify for VA disability compensation at up to 100% disability rating, VA healthcare including specialized oncology treatment, Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) for severe disability, and Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) for surviving family members.
Can family members of Fort Moore (formerly Fort Benning) workers file claims?
Yes. Family members who were exposed to asbestos brought home on work clothing (called secondary or take-home exposure) and later developed mesothelioma may file their own compensation claims. Spouses who washed work uniforms and children who were regularly near an exposed worker face documented secondary exposure risk. Courts in all 50 states recognize these claims.
Disclaimer: The information on this page is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or medical advice. Reading this page does not create an attorney-client relationship between you and Danziger & De Llano, LLP. Every case is unique; outcomes depend on individual facts and circumstances. Statute of limitations deadlines vary by state. Contact an attorney to discuss the specific facts of your situation.
