Mapping Every Known US Military Base Overseas

 This graphic, via Visual Capitalist's Pallavia Rao, locates the known overseas bases of the American military, categorized by who controls the base.

In red are the ones controlled by the U.S., and blue are ones controlled by the host country.

ℹ️ This map does not include several hundred temporary sites for military exercises or contingency operations.

Data is sourced from a Congressional report published in 2024. Troop data is from the Defense Manpower Data Center, current to March 2024. 

This content outlines the presence of U. S. military bases around the world, their control, and the number of troops stationed at these bases. The information highlights the U. S. military's major security priorities in different regions.

• U. S. Military Bases: The U. S. has at least 128 bases in 49 countries, with a significant concentration in Japan, the Philippines, and South Korea.

• Base Control: Bases are categorized by control: those controlled by the U. S. are marked in red, while those controlled by host countries are in blue.

• Troop Deployment: Japan has the highest number of U. S. troops, totaling approximately 53,000, with Germany, South Korea, and Italy also hosting substantial numbers.

• Major Regions:

• Europe: Hosts multiple bases and a large number of troops, reflecting strong U. S. military presence.

• East Asia: Japan, South Korea, and the Philippines are key locations with high troop counts and base numbers.

• Middle East: While less dense than Europe and East Asia, the U. S. has key bases in Kuwait and Bahrain, indicating its strategic interest in the region.

• Strategic Importance: Djibouti is highlighted for its crucial location on major shipping routes, hosting bases from multiple countries, including potential rivals to the U. S.

The U. S. military has a robust global presence, particularly in Europe and East Asia, with strategic bases in the Middle East. This distribution reflects the priorities of the U. S. in maintaining security and responding to global challenges. The detailed information about the locations and control of these bases underscores the extensive commitment of the U. S. to military readiness abroad.

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