Inside US Ultra Protected Cave Storing Billions $ Worth of Military Hardware in Europe

Hello everyone and welcome back to the Fluctus channel. Moving a large U.S.

military

combat force to Europe is a costly and time-consuming exercise. It makes more sense to have heavy equipment in specific locations, which is why the US

military

uses pre-positioning. arsenals and one of those locations for the US Marine Corps is a top secret

cave

in Norway. In 1981, the United States and the Norwegian government signed a memorandum of understanding allowing the US to preposition military equipment in Norway since it was cold and not wanting it to be a target, it was decided to build a

cave

system to store This equipment, so in 1982 construction of the cave began during the height of the Cold War, by 1988 the caves had been completed and the location was named after the Marine Corps Prepositioning.

Norway program, wasting no time, the Marine Corps began moving equipment only for the Cold War to end in 1989, but the location remained available and is still used to this day. Marine rotational force

europe

leverages preposition stocks at mcpn for rapid response and sustained operations mrf is a permanent deployment to norway so marines can have a foothold in

europe

and conduct cold weather training. Thanks to the presence of this important resource, the Marine Corps is not only able to launch major operations from Norway with European infrastructure, but has also established it as part of its funding for the cold climate training configuration for this type of resource would be difficult to obtain in modern times, but was more abundant during the Cold War.

U.S. Marines regularly arrive at Evanes Airfield in Norway and then move to Elva Guards Training Camp in Moone for cold response exercises. The Elag Guard Moan military camp is located near Barus in northern Norway, Cold Response is an important aspect of the training of Marine Rotational Force Europe, which aims to enhance military capabilities and allied collaboration in harsh Arctic circumstances, Marines complete processing procedures at Evan Airfield, marking the start of their cold response training prepositioning program Norway caves allow for rapid deployment during exercises like Trident Juncture when staged an exercise the process of removing equipment from these caves is meticulously planned and carried out ready for use.

Military logistics. Specialists in organized extraction of safe caves. Facilities that are strategically located to facilitate access and mobility. Once removed, the equipment is inspected and maintained or upgraded as necessary. Ensuring full operational capabilities are subsequently delivered to designated training sites or deployment points using a combination of ground convoys and airlifts provided by military transport units. This logistics operation is critical to the success of exercises like Trident Juncture, as it allows Marines to execute training efficiently. scenarios while operating in the harsh conditions typical of the Norwegian landscape Norway is also the ideal location for Marines to conduct exercises such as Exercise Strat mobex, a no-notice exercise, Strat mobex is a training exercise that tests the capabilities of the United States Army to move quickly. troops and equipment to strategic areas around the world An unannounced exercise is a drill that begins without prior notice to participating units replicating the unpredictability of real-world situations.

This method ensures that armed personnel are constantly prepared to respond quickly and efficiently to unexpected threats or emergencies, thereby improving operational readiness and response efficiency. The MC PPN caves are located so that they are close enough to the air station of Varnes Varnes Air Station is an important logistics base for USMC activities in Norway. It expedites the arrival and departure of Marine supplies and aircraft during rotations and drills, which is why Marines regularly work with civilian contractors to transport vehicles and equipment from MC PPN Caves to Varnes Air Station. The distance between Varnes air station and Evanst Norway is 8777 km.

Another activity that occurs regularly in Norway is transportation of personnel and equipment from the MC PPN caves to the ports and back. These logistics operations have an enormous scope with resources such as flatbed trucks. Transport aircraft and cargo ships being used to their fullest potential. The exercises evaluate the ability to manage logistics flows while ensuring the transportation of equipment. For security and operational preparation during transit, coordination with Norwegian civil and defense institutions is also important, emphasizing international cooperation. Periodic rotations and modifications of prepositioned teams are also consistent with strategic readiness objectives and tactical flexibility. Marines regularly partner with transportation support battalions to unload reconditioned vehicles. or new equipment and replace equipment that needs maintenance to keep the Marine Corps prepositioning program in Norway running.

Operations like these are carried out in shifts as US SS 1st Lt. balero López balero López is a rolling ship also known as a rro boat. These vessels are characterized by large vehicle ramps and primarily transport vehicles. Marines are generally divided into two groups, one that loads trucks and the other that unloads at ports and vice versa, for example, on February 19, 2020, US Marines from the Norwegian Force voted as Norwegian soldiers and civilian contractors collaborated to download mcpn. Crew of the Britannia Seaways cargo ship in the port of Bogen, Norway, demonstrating effective multinational cooperation and logistical prowess.

This activity was an important aspect of the logistics chain for the exercise. Cold response that demonstrates the perfect integration and coordination of military and civil elements. The team was previously relocated from ORAND. Bogen Harbor to Harbor demonstrates the Marine Corps prepositioning program. Strategic mobility and Norway's readiness. This event demonstrates the competency and efficiency of systems to support complex multinational exercises, while in Norway the US Marine Corps has learned to adapt to Arctic conditions and adopt vehicles like the Swedish one. Bonvan 206 this all-terrain vehicle consists of two sections, the front can carry six troops and the rear 11 more for a total of 17 weighing less than 10,000 lbs.

These tracked vehicles are also easily loaded with slings to 64,000 lbs. The amphibious assault vehicle was developed by the United States. Due to their track design, they can easily move in the snowy and stormy conditions of Scandinavia to prepare for the cold response exercise. The United States Marine Corps conducts extensive cold weather vehicle maneuverability training in BF Norway to handle the harsh conditions of the Arctic. This training includes long driving workouts. in ice and snow covered terrain developing skid control skills and increasing tactical driving and low visibility and slippery circumstances Marines deploy specialized vehicles such as the Bon Vagen 206 and M1 AB tanks to operate heavy machinery in sub-zero conditions recovery operations navigating limited paths and coordinating with other All units are part of training to ensure operational success.

U.S. Marines also conduct extreme cold weather survival training near Berer Vic to prepare them for the harsh circumstances of Arctic missions. This training involves building snow shelters and learning to diagnose and treat injuries caused by cold weather, such as frostbite. and hypothermia and navigation in snow-covered terrain. Marines are also taught essential survival skills, such as ice fishing and setting up safe, comfortable tents or boks. The training emphasizes the importance of maintaining body heat and energy in extreme cold conditions, allowing Marines to function successfully and safely on one. Of the most difficult conditions on Earth, live-fire exercises are also important in Arctic conditions during a live-fire drill near C Moen.

The US Marines demonstrated their ability to operate sophisticated missile systems, actively used and fired the m41 A7 saber and m98 A2 Javelin missile systems. This exercise was essential in determining the functionality and effectiveness of these weapons in the frigid temperatures of the Arctic. It also provides Marines with hands-on experience in targeting and eliminating stationary and moving targets, all of which are geared toward making them effective in modern Arctic warfare. Positioning Program Norway C-waves are not just a logistics stream, but offer the Marine Corps the ability to quickly respond to threats in Europe and support cold-weather training.

What turned out to be a mistake during the Cold War is now an indispensable resource for the US Marines. That's the end of this video. I hope you enjoyed. Make sure to subscribe to this channel so you don't miss any of our new content. See you next time.