Sampigny Chemical Dep, Sampigny, France

The Sampigny Chemical Depot, located in Sampigny, France, served as a key logistics and storage facility for the United States Army during the post-World War II era and into the Cold War. Established as part of the broader U.S. military presence in France, the depot specialized in the storage, handling, and distribution of chemical munitions and related materials. It played a crucial role in supporting NATO operations and maintaining readiness in Western Europe. The depot was eventually closed in the 1960s, following France's decision to withdraw from NATO's integrated military command and the subsequent reduction of American military installations on French soil.