Greenham Common Airport

Greenham Common Airport was a significant military airbase located in Berkshire, England. Originally built in the 1950s, it was used by the Royal Air Force and later by the United States Air Force during the Cold War. Its main role was strategic defense and as a NATO base, equipped to host nuclear missiles and aircraft. In the late 20th century, the base was closed and the area was transformed into a public site, including a nature reserve and memorial. Today, Greenham Common is known for its history of military importance and its role in peace protests during the Cold War era.