McMurdo Station Antarctica

McMurdo Station, established in 1955 by the United States Navy as part of Operation Deep Freeze, serves as the primary logistical hub for American operations in Antarctica. Initially constructed to support scientific research and maintain a strategic presence during the Cold War, the station was operated by the U.S. Navy until 1998, when responsibilities shifted to civilian contractors under the National Science Foundation. Over the decades, McMurdo Station has played a critical role in supporting international scientific collaboration and logistical operations across the continent. Although no longer a traditional military unit, its origins and operations remain deeply rooted in U.S. military history and polar exploration.