A.F.N.O.R.T.H. NATO

**A.F.N.O.R.T.H.** (Allied Forces North) is a NATO military command that was established during the Cold War to oversee the defense of Northern Europe, particularly Norway, Denmark, and northern Germany. Created in 1952, its headquarters were located in Kolsås, near Oslo, Norway, and it played a crucial role in coordinating multinational defense planning against potential Soviet aggression. The command unified land, air, and naval forces from various NATO member states, ensuring rapid response capabilities and interoperability in the region. With the end of the Cold War, AFNORTH underwent several restructurings, eventually transitioning into the modern Joint Force Command Brunssum, continuing its legacy of regional security within NATO’s structure.