The Tactical Blueprint of US Overseas Military Bases

In the summer of 2021, the United States maintained approximately 750 military bases abroad, spanning all continents except Antarctica, with additional bases at sea. While fewer than during the Cold War, more nations have agreed to host them on their own soil.

The presence of these bases in strategic areas is critical to American foreign policy, though they have been a source of controversy both in the United States and abroad.

‌But why? Why exactly are these bases so important?

In this episode, we will take a look at some of the more notable of these bases, their origins and importance, and the controversy that surrounds them.

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[botatobias]

As a Romanian, it is a Googol times better to have American military presence than Russian.

[rlajr]

Correction....USA doesn't HAVE 2 bases in the philippines. They are allowed use of 9 Philippine military bases.

[AndreVanDiggelen-wlfx]

There are now a total of 9 US bases in the Philippines and work will be underway next year for another Airbase on one of the Philippine islands.

[juliust.gayagas]

The exact numbers of U.S. bases worldwide are classified, however during the height of the coldwar the U.S. has over 1, 500 bases scattered all over the world. The U.S. navy controlled the world's ocean, the U.S. airforce by far the largest in the world, & the U.S. army is one of the most powerful land forces ever assemble in history.

[michaelagee]

One of the most powerful... literally the greatest military power in history.

[stevengoodloe]

The US government didn't need to us "detained foreign enemy combatants" to skirt around the Geneva Conventions. Ununiformed irregular combatants, insurgents, partizans, etc, aren't protected or afforded POW status.

[DaveShap]

This is a great video but production recommendation I'd have is to use a high pass filter to reduce the bottom 50hz or so. Your voice is deep like mine, which causes odd effects on playback.

[stevenm]

Well done fellas. Keep these type of videos going. very entertaining 👏

[ambition]

0:16: 🌍 The U.S. military has a global presence with bases in foreign countries, which are important for American foreign policy but also controversial.
4:04: 🌍 The United States' foreign policy priority after World War II was to contain the threat of Communism, leading to the establishment of permanent bases in South Korea.
7:42: 🌍 The video discusses the increased military capabilities of Japan and the controversy surrounding US bases in Japan, South Korea, and Europe.
11:33: 🌍 Germany's pledge to meet the two percent NATO spending target is still in doubt, while American bases in NATO countries are meeting the target.
15:39: 🌍 The presence of the Diego Garcia Naval Station and Camp Lemonier in Djibouti acts as a check on China's ambitions in Africa and the Indian Ocean.
Recap by Tammy AI

[cameronking]

04:20 the Korean war is still active a formal treaty was not yet signed therefore the Korean war is still active its technically still a warzone a declaration of seize fire was singed and that's it

[oneshotme]

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[sisenor]

Some of those bases are an integral part of the hostess’s country economy.

[Allannah_Of_Rome]

Actually, even big top officials don't know exactly how many bases there are around the world, no one really knows....

[scottwilbur]

I ddi 20 yra in the USN and keep my eye on SE Asia and the South China Sea. Glad we're rebuilding our relationship with The PI. Go Subic Bay!

[JenniferA]

There is no USA military in our country… although their giant transport planes do land here en route to Antartica 👍👍👍

[donlourie]

I did not know George Washington gave a live speech when he was over 200 years old. Thanks for telling us.

[Khobai]

what do you mean one of the most powerful militaries in the world? it is the most powerful military lol. And its part of the most powerful military alliance on the planet. And it has very strong allies in asia as well. I dont understand the need to downplay the military might of the US because theres really no comparison. the US also has ridiculously good geography compared to their military rivals like China that have some of the worst geography possible. China is completely boxed in by its enemies.

[JamesFromTexas]

I did 2 tours in Germany in Giessen and Schweinfurt. Best damned duty stations ever.

[juancarlosmaciasmartinez]

Who made a deal with Cuba, US Navy what are you doing. It's physical up in Texas, what do you mean wait until the US Army deals with it in the USA .

[andykilla]

there are 2 us bases in antartica 1. McMURDO STATION =2.AMUNDSEM-SCOOT SOUTH POLE BASE