HQ SASCOM, Frankfurt, Germany

HQ SASCOM (Supreme Allied Supply Command) was a key NATO logistics headquarters based in Frankfurt, Germany, during the Cold War. Established in the early 1950s, SASCOM was responsible for coordinating the supply and logistical support for NATO forces throughout Central Europe, ensuring readiness in the face of potential Warsaw Pact aggression. The headquarters worked closely with both American and European military supply units, managing vast stockpiles of equipment, fuel, and ammunition. HQ SASCOM played a crucial role in sustaining allied operations and strengthening NATO's defensive posture until its functions were gradually absorbed by other commands following the end of the Cold War.