Echoes of the Battlefield: 20 Forgotten Military Bases

Spread across the globe, the various abandoned military bases stand as eerie, powerful reminders of conflicts that have since passed. These ghostly military bases that once hosted bustling crowds of soldiers, with high-tech weaponry and classified operations, now exist as mere deserted sites that have been left to decay away under the dual effects of nature and time. We’ll now take a look at 20 images of military bases that have been frozen in time.

1. Nice sunny day to stroll about an abandoned military base in Monterey.

Abandoned buildings with graffiti under a bright sun, surrounded by dry grass and overgrown weeds. The scene conveys a sense of decay and neglect, with a vacant pathway leading through the area.
kdough12

This could fit right into a video game.

2. Barracks of an abandoned Air Force Base in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

Abandoned buildings with broken windows surrounded by overgrown grass and small pine trees. A large tree and cloudy sky are in the background, creating a sense of neglect and decay.
lifeefile12

The shrubbery is beginning to stake its claim.

3. Warminster former air base

An old, weathered tower with cracked paint stands behind a chain-link fence. It has several small windows and a stairway leading to the rooftop. Overcast skies and a patch of grass surround the base of the tower.
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That looks like a tough fence to climb over.

4. An abandoned Military Base in NJ.

fyredesigns

The colors in this one are something else.

5. This wondrous underground submarine base in Albania.

A dimly lit, abandoned underground tunnel with arched ceilings and walls made of stone. Water fills the lower part, reflecting a turquoise hue. Light trails create zigzag patterns along the walls, adding an eerie glow to the setting.
mtlgrems

An underground submarine base in Albania certainly sounds like a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

6. An abandoned Naval Base in NOLA.

Abandoned industrial buildings with graffiti flank a paved lane leading to a docked military ship. A covered walkway connects the buildings, and the sky is partly cloudy.
let2011

That big old ship thinks it’s so sneaky.

7. An abandoned air base in Vyborg, Russia.

Aerial view of an abandoned helicopter graveyard surrounded by dense greenery. Multiple rusting helicopters are lined up on overgrown hexagonal pavers, and a few small white buildings are visible in the background.
rayusmc

Abandoned air force bases sound like so much fun to roam around in.

8. Fort Tilden: New York’s abandoned military base.

Concrete structure partially hidden by dense green foliage, appearing overgrown and blending into surrounding nature. The structure has a flat top and extends outward, contrasting with the lush greenery around it. Sky is overcast.
chromeraptor

New York is big on its abandoned military bases. Always good to know in case we find ourselves staring down a mortifying zombie apocalypse.

9. Decommissioned Air Force Base in Wisconsin.

Aerial view of an isolated castle surrounded by a vast forest with leafless trees, partially covered in snow. The sky is overcast with dark clouds, and the landscape stretches into the horizon, creating a serene, remote atmosphere.
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Looks to be an icy day on this particular decommissioned air force base.

10. Overgrown officer housing on an abandoned french Army base in Germany.

Abandoned buildings with graffiti stand beside an overgrown road. Trees and shrubs are growing through cracks in the pavement, and the area is surrounded by dense forest. The sky is clear and the scene is peaceful yet desolate.
afterlive

No more officer housing for these buildings.

11. Officers’ House of a former Soviet military base in Borne Sulinowo, Poland.

A large, abandoned, semi-circular building with a red-tiled roof and broken windows stands surrounded by trees. The facade is worn, with a faded sign above the entrance and a few broken steps leading to the main door.
snoop90

Now that’s a stunning aesthetic if I’ve ever seen one.

12. Formerly secret U.S. army base in the mountains of Italy.

Aerial view of the abandoned military radar station at the top of a mountain. The station features several large, decaying radar dishes and structures set among rocky terrain with distant hills and clear skies in the background.
bwturban

So, this one’s pretty much right out of a James Bond movie.

13. World War 1 defense bases in Fort Worden, Washington.

A deserted, foggy pathway lined with weathered, concrete structures. The grass is dry and patchy, with trees visible in the background. The sky is overcast, creating a gloomy atmosphere. Some doors on the buildings are rusted and open.
corpuschristi

This looks to be an especially mystical military base.

14. Abandoned part of a military base on an island in Haida Gwaii.

A small, abandoned brick building covered in moss and vegetation in a dense forest. Tall trees surround the structure, and the ground is scattered with ferns and fallen branches. Sunlight filters through the canopy above.
thegoodestboy21

It looks like this wouldn’t be the most comfortable military base to crash in overnight.

15. An old military base in Berlin.

Abandoned building with a hexagonal geodesic dome on top, covered in vibrant graffiti. A zigzagging stairway is painted with various colorful designs. Rubble and debris are scattered on the ground in front.
whereswaldo90

All of that wall art really making this Berlin military base pop.

16. Truro MA air force base abandoned in 1993.

A dilapidated building interior with peeling green paint on the door, exposed ceiling, and broken floorboards. Debris is scattered across the floor, and a broken vent is visible on the wall. Light filters in from above.
ageproud

Looks like folks maybe left in a big hurry from this military base.

17. Golden hour at a abandoned military base.

Sunset view from a mountain peak featuring a round, metal-framed lookout tower. The landscape below includes dense evergreen forests and distant rolling hills under a clear sky, with the sun setting on the horizon.
willkane11313

The golden hour at a military base just hits different.

18. Steps in a military radar base, NY State.

Rusty metal staircase leading down in an abandoned, corrugated metal structure. Peeling paint and visible rust are present, creating a weathered and worn appearance in a confined space.
macgreuder1

You’ve really got to watch your step in a military radar base.

19. A control room tower from an abandoned military base.

Interior of a rusty, abandoned industrial structure with exposed machinery and peeling paint. The ceiling is open, revealing graffiti and natural light above, while the ground is overgrown with grass and moss. A ladder leans against the wall.
howllow19

That control room tower means serious business.

20. Abandoned Soviet Military base deep inside a pine forest in eastern Germany.

A stone statue of a man stands on a tall pedestal in front of a large, yellow historic building with multiple windows and a clock tower. The building is flanked by evergreen trees, and the sky is clear and blue.
evalone123

To come upon an abandoned military base buried deep within a German pine forest would make for quite the experience.

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