Joint Forces Staff College celebrates 80 years of helping branches of the military learn how to work together

NORFOLK, Va. — As many people know, Hampton Roads is home to multiple military installations. But what fewer may realize is it’s also home to the Joint Forces Staff College. Thursday, a two-day celebration kicked off for the college’s 80th anniversary.

Displays highlighted some of the many service members who have gone through the Joint Forces Staff College over the years. The college helps the different branches of the military learn to work together.

It was created by Gen. Dwight Eisenhower and Adm. Chester Nimitz in response to lessons they learned during World War II…

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