Estaca de Bares: the forgotten American military site on the coast of Galicia

September 21, 2025 • 00:16:30
Estaca de Bares: the forgotten American military site on the coast of Galicia
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Estaca de Bares: the forgotten American military site on the coast of Galicia

Sep 21 2025 | 00:16:30

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Show Notes

Once upon a time the U.S. militray had small communications and LORAN locating station up on the northwest coast of Spain, in the region of Galicia. It was up and running from 1961 until 1991, when the Americans abandoned it. It has since suffered from the effects of coastyal weathering and neglect. Few people know about it in Spain. But this unassuming base played a role in Cold War history. Listen and learn more. Become a part of the Spain Domain community. You can subscribe to our podcasts on Spotify, Amazon, Apple and Castos. Or if you wish to support […]

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