CoBases – US Military Bases

Category: Italy

  • Naval Air Station Sigonella

    Italy Sigonella’s Air base is a military installation in Sicily, forms a part of the organization of the NATO that names like BORN Base Sigonella. This one composed by personnel and means assigned to Naval Air Station Sigonella known as NAS Sigonella or even the NASSIG that is of the Navy of the United States and an airport of the Air Italian Force.

    Sigonella’s base, in Sicily, is one of the used ones habitually for the planes allied as base for his military actions on Lybia. Since it took charge of the control of the international operations, the NATO has carried out several thousands of flights on the African country and has finished – close to to the coalition that initiated the assaults – with more than one third of the military power of Muamar’s regime the Gadafi.

    Thinking that the new political and military context of the Mediterranean region demands a new definition of the strategic paper of Sigonella’s air base, in Sicily; Considering that the presence of a base of the NATO in the island, that is to say, in the chunk of European land nearest to the territories of the Middle East and of Asia in conflict, exposes to the Sicilian population to possible risks and that, in compensation, this one does not receive any direct benefit not indirectly;

    Naval Air Station Sigonella

    Naval Air Station Sigonella planes

    ospreys at Naval Air Station Sigonella

    Military plane at Naval Air Station Sigonella

    Innovations

    Zaragoza will not be the headquarters of the new System of Terrestrial Vigilance (AGS) of the NATO. The Atlantic Alliance confirmed yesterday that has been praised by Sigonella’s military base (in the Italian island of Sicily) to implant the so called base it spies. In game there was an investment in technology and infrastructures of hundreds of million Euros, numerous direct employments of the highest level and his corresponding economic repercussions. If Zaragoza is not the chosen one it has been, between other motives, for the action of the central Government, which in the last phase of the choice it chose not to press before the Atlantic Alliance in order that he was betting for Saragossa.

  • Naval Support Activity Naples

    Naples is the largest city in southern Italy. It is one of the regional capitals and has a population of one million inhabitants Coordination’s 40 ° 50’N 14 ° 15’E , stretching for 117 square km. Population structure by age groups: between 00 -14 years 18.76%: between 15-65 years 67.87% and  over 65 years: 13.37% It lies midway between Vesuvius and Campi Flegrei volcanic area.

    Naples is located on the north shore of the bay with the same name, in the south east of the Campania Plain. South eastern districts of the city climb the slopes Vesuviului. In the North West is bounded by Campi Flegrei volcanic area. It is 232 km away from Rome.

    “The Sixth Fleet” (Sixth Fleet) is the sixth U.S. Navy operational unit, based at Capodichino in Naples, Italy. Furthermore, USA has been able to fully maintain naval force presence right the extensive Mediterranean from the very beginning like since 19th century. According to sources oldest American one was the fantastic Mediterranean Squadron. It was magnificent, you should up see it! Read below to learn more important history.

    Naval Support Activity Naples soldiers

    Areal view of Naval Support Activity Naples

    Naval Support Activity Naples practice

    NSA Naples Soldiers

    Back in 1946, Truman- the president at that time- Actually sent United States battleship Missouri in the Mediterranean eastern part to the counter of Soviet attacks and threats coming from Turkey & from Iran. American Fleet appeared in Mediterranean & kept eastern Atlantic Ocean known as Navy Force from the Mediterranean. In addition, it was even anchored at Naples in precious Italy. In 1959 the name ended up being modified to “The Sixth Fleet.” The fleet has supported the U.S. Army while the “Blue Bat” operation in Lebanon was taking place back in 1958. During the Cold War, “Sixth Fleet” has had several confrontations with the Soviet fleet, especially during the Yom Kippur War in 1973. It was devastating for many. It is important to find out about dates that made a huge impact.

    Also, “Sixth Fleet” has provided military assistance, both, humanitarian & logistical support directly to the many NATO operations that were taking place in Kosovo & even participated in the so called Operation the Shining Hope together with the Joint Guardian.

  • NSA La Maddalena

    La Maddalena is for Italy Located right in Westside are of this country. It actually coordinates 41 ° 13’N 09 ° 24’E,about 11 000 inhabitants live here stretching on an area of 20 square miles. Furthermore, it seems that according to administrative structural division, part of the city of La Maddalena in the Sardegna region. It is a beautiful and extensive area. The military matters appear below so you can find out about the United States army base that was originated back in the 70´s.

    The town has a few tourist curiosities, like del Parco Nazionale Della Maddalena Archipelago (Italy) about 1 km, Baia Sardinia (Italy) about 11 km, Porto Cervo (Italy), about 14 km, Santa Teresa Gallura (Italy) about 19 ​​km, Pevero Golf Club (Italy) about 17 km, Seroni in France like 23 km, the beack Piantarella also in France like about twenty three km, Golf Speroni (France) like twenty four km, Costa Smeralda in Italy, about 22 km, BONIFACIO (France) about 28 km, CAB in Italy like 31 km, then Olbia also in Italy like thirty four km, etc.

    NSA La Maddalena

    Soldiers practicing at NSA La Maddalena

    Soldiers at NSA La Maddalena

    Submarine at NSA La Maddalena

    In 1973 the U.S army established a Navy Base here as a result of supporting the U.S Navy submarines and warships in the area La Maddalena area. In 1993 on the order of the Chief of Naval Operations the command center changed name to United States Naval Support Activity so it can do its missions more accurately, operating times and tasking.NSA (Naval Support Activity) has a team of 400 Naval Officers, Sailors, American and Italian`s that give support to the submarine tender homes, tended units, embarked squadron, operating forces COMSIXTHFLT and civilian personnel, all active duty`s and all the family members located in La Maddalena. It is actually beautiful and it is house for so many that must be rewarded and mentioned. The operations are just fine and everyone is contently training to improve.

  • Naval Support Activity Gaeta

    Gaeta is a town of about 21,000 inhabitants, situated 130 km south east of Rome, Latium province of Italy, Coordinates 41 ° 13’N 13 ° 34’E, with an area of 11 square miles. The city is a port and a resort that is in a hilly region on a spit that extends the Gaeta Gulf, south east of Sperlonga. The region can meet a rich vegetation of Mediterranean type, where reigns a climate with mild winters and hot summers. There lies the natural park “Monte Orlando, where you can take a series of hiking through pine groves and palm trees.

    Gaeta is an intimate retreat. Rich in history, medieval city was built during the Roman period. The settlement favorable climate and environment have made ​​Gaeta one of the most desirable destinations in the region. Visit nearby cities of Caserta, TLS famous Royal Palace, and the Casino.

    Gaeta is also a big Military Base for U.S troops and one of the biggest U.S military Bases in Italy. Since 1967 while leaving Villefranche (France) the 6th U.S Division established a base here and they made themselves residents in Gaeta Italy. The many matters are always attended by officials and the top individuals ever. Their goal is to deal with the attacks by fully supporting everyone. It is a matter of looking forward for peaceful society.

    NSA Gaeta

    NSA Gaeta Areal View

    NSA Gaeta by the coast

    Areal view of NSA Gaeta

    Flags at NSA Gaeta base

    Missions that Gaeta Military Base conducts are primary of supporting the 6th fleet staff by maintaining facilities and support for them and even for the USS LaSalle personnel, even for their families that are residents in the Gaeta Area. It is actually marvelous.

    American soldiers and their families live in the town or in other close town`s like Itri, Formia and Vindicio in special managed apartments and even some of them live in houses but this is very rare.

  • Camp Darby

    Camp Darby is located near Pisa in Italy, and it is also a United States Military Base. The Camp is named for the memory of Brigadier General William O. Darby. NATO took several military efforts in Southern Europe in 1952, and as a result some military based or camps were made in Italy then. Camp Darby is very popular for living, because it is a vacation area. Tirrenia is an American Military beach, and the proximity of Camp Darby is to Tirrenia.

    Pvt. Masato “Curly” Nakae who is a late Soldier of 442nd Regimental Combat Team of Pisa and the 100th Infantry Battalion has been dedicated for the main square on Camp Darby. He fought in 2nd World War, and he was awarded the Medal of Honor.

    US Army Garrison Livorno is the main unit at the Camp Darby. Lieutenant Colonel Kevin Bigelman is the current in charge of the camp. The facilities of the Camp Darby are really important. Included in the facilities there are branches of the Universities of Central Texas and Marlyand. There is no housing at all. But there are a large number of quarters allotted for the military in the area.

    Camp Darby opening

    Soldiers training at Camp Darby

    Civilians at Camp Darby

    Main gate at Camp Darby

    Weapon hangar at Camp Darby

    There at the Camp Darby the 100 bed USAREUR Contingency Hospital was built after the dangerous bombing in Beirut of Lebanon. In the Camp Darby there is a 2,000 acre area to store depot with more than 125 bunkers, and all of those are filled with ammunition. In the event of a NATO conflict the ordnance would supply European forces.

  • Aviano Air Base

    At the foot of the famous Alps in Italy there an Air base of American Air Force is located named Aviano. The well known 31st Fighter Wing is located in Aviano, and it is a major air component of the US European Command. To maintain and logistic support there are two operational fighter squadrons are ready with the 31st Fighter Wing.

    Actually the Aviano Air Base was built by the Italian Air forces in the 1st World War to attack against the German Army. In 1911 Italian government made the Aviano. It was used to train Italian pilots, and to provide construction facilities for aircraft. As a part of the cooperation through NATO between America and Italy in 1954 Americans moved to the Aviano Air Base after a joint agreement. As a result the base has no permanent combat fighter presence.

    Plane in wet Aviano Air Base

    F15 before launch at Aviano Air Base

    F-15 launch at Aviano Air Base

    Overview of Aviano Air Base

    military planes at Aviano Air Base

    There are seven different areas, and that each is serving a particular function. So definitely the Aviano has a unique layout. Area A1 has a newly built school and it supports functions like library and chapel. Area D is mainly created to serve the entertainment facilities.

    There soccer/football fields and picnic areas are included. Area C is for providing contractor facilities, because there Civil engineering activities are held. The largest area of the base is F, and it is the fight area. Area E is the area for 16th Air Force Head Quarters area. Area A2 is decorated with fitness centers and dining halls. So it is very clear Aviano has a real unique layout.

  • Caserma Ederle

    By the cooperation for NATO the US Army has gotten another base named Caserma Ederle. The Caserma Ederle is also known as Camp Ederle. Actually it was an Italian base, and currently American Army is using the base. The base is situated at Vicenza in Italy. Basically it is like a home of the US Army Africa, but this home is only for the United States Army Headquarters. Camp Ederle or Caserma Ederle supports the combat units of the 173rd airborne infantry.

    On 25th October in 1955 the Southern European Task Force was established there in Caserma Ederle for the first time. Till now in 2004 the US Army has announced plans to extend the military footprint in Vicenza, and this announcement was for including all elements of the 173rd ABCT.

    Important building at Caserma Ederle

    Entrance gate at Caserma Ederle

    Planes at Caserma Ederle

    Soldiers holding flags at Caserma Ederle

    Soldiers stands steal at Caserma Ederle

    Militaries say life at Caserma Ederle is really nice, because it is not only a large base but also a modern base. There is a commissary, officer and enlisted housing, a theatre, some recreational buildings, and so on. Many soldiers who are stationed at the Caserma Ederle often choose to make the tour an unaccompanied one. Actually there in Caserma Ederle US Soldiers get assigned to a tour of duty, and usually they are permitted to live there with their family. But they can stay there until getting a permanent change of station.

    Before ending of the Cold War the NATO took little interest in Caserma Ederle. The base provided a major support to Operation Comfort in the second Gulf War.