Home to the U.S. Army War College and the second oldest army post in the country, Carlisle Barracks provides a unique opportunity for visitors to explore America's military history. The base was founded in 1757 by England's Colonel John Stanwix and was first used for instruction (on Indian fighting) in 1758. The first U.S. Army educational institution, an artillery school, was also established here in 1778. Over the years ten different Army schools were located here, including the Carlisle Indian Industrial School from 1879 to 1918. Today the Barracks can be toured either on foot or by car. Visitors will enjoy numerous interesting sites, including various memorials and the current school buildings.