What is "Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson", and where is it located?

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER) was established on October 1, 2010, as a result of the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) Commission recommendations. It is one of 12 joint bases in the United States, consolidating operations of the former Elmendorf Air Force Base and Fort Richardson Army post. Located adjacent to Anchorage, Alaska, JBER serves as a crucial strategic military hub for power projection and defense operations in the Arctic and Pacific regions. It hosts components of both the U.S. Air Force, primarily the 11th Air Force, and the U.S. Army, including the U.S. Army Alaska (USARAK), providing extensive air defense, logistical support, and training capabilities for forces operating in the challenging Alaskan environment.