McClellan Air Force Base was an United States Air Force base located near Sacramento, California. It served as a logistics and maintenance hub for various military aircraft from 1935 to 2001. The base provided support for both domestic and overseas operations, including the Korean and Vietnam Wars. However, over the years, concerns emerged regarding potential health risks associated with serving […]
Naval Air Station Jacksonville
Naval Air Station Jacksonville (NAS Jacksonville) is a military installation located in Jacksonville, Florida, serving as a major U.S. Navy base. Established in 1940, NAS Jacksonville primarily supports aircraft and personnel training operations for the Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard. The base covers approximately 3,400 acres and houses various facilities including hangars, runways, barracks, administrative buildings, and recreational areas. […]
Fort Ord
Fort Ord was a United States Army post located on the Monterey Bay in California. It served as a training center for soldiers from World War I until its closure in 1994. The base was known for its rugged terrain and challenging training exercises, preparing troops for combat. Fort Ord’s closure and subsequent conversion into civilian use raised concerns about […]
Wurtsmith Air Force Base
Wurtsmith Air Force Base was a United States Air Force base located in Oscoda, Michigan. It was operational from 1923 to 1993 and primarily served as a strategic bomber base during the Cold War era. The base played a significant role in various military operations, including training missions, nuclear deterrent efforts, and support for combat operations. In the later years […]
Hidden Costs of Service: Cancerous Water at Superfund Sites
John Smith was a U.S. Army veteran who served at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina from 1985 to 1987 (now designated a “superfund site“). During his time at the base, he and his family lived on the base and used the base’s drinking water, which was later found to be contaminated with various chemicals. Unbeknownst to John and his family, […]
Camp Lejeune
Camp Lejeune is a United States Marine Corps military base located in Jacksonville, North Carolina. Established in 1941, it is one of the largest Marine Corps bases in the country and has played a significant role in training Marines for various conflicts, including World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the Gulf War. The base encompasses approximately […]
Fort Moore
Previously known as Fort Benning, Fort Moore is a United States Army post located in Columbus, Georgia. It serves as the primary training facility for infantry and armor soldiers, as well as home to several other combat support and combat service support units. Originally established in 1918 as Camp Benning, it has evolved over the years to become one of […]
Schofield Barracks
While Schofield Barracks is known for its historical significance and strategic military importance, it has also been associated with environmental hazards that may pose health risks to veterans and their families. One of the most significant environmental concerns at Schofield Barracks is the presence of asbestos, a carcinogenic substance that was commonly used in construction materials until the 1970s. Exposure to asbestos can lead to lung cancer, mesothelioma, and other respiratory diseases.
Selfridge Air National Guard Base
Selfridge Air National Guard Base has been identified as a potential source of environmental contamination and health risks for military personnel and nearby communities due to the presence of hazardous chemicals and materials, such as trichloroethylene (TCE), perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), and perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS). Exposure to these substances has been linked to various health problems, including cancer.