Milan, Tennessee (April 11, 2025) — Milan Army Ammunition Plant in Milan, Tennessee was formally deactivated, April 10, as part of a “casing of the colors” ceremony. The ceremony was hosted by Brig. Gen. Ronnie Anderson Jr., Joint Munitions Command commander of the plant’s parent command – JMC, headquartered at Rock Island Arsenal, Illinois.
The casing of the colors ceremony is a symbolic tradition in the U.S. Army, marking the deactivation of a unit. Each Army unit has a unique flag, or "colors," that represents its identity and history. During the MLAAP deactivation ceremony, its history was recounted, honoring its contributions and achievements over 84 years in service to the country.
MLAAP was originally the Milan...
04.11.2025 | MILAN ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT, TENNESSEE, US |
Story by Mark Kane
