defense forces

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There are also many other bases nearby, manned and operated by U.S. and various European defense forces.

From Slate • Jan. 8, 2026

Marines conduct training exercises with Trinidad’s defense forces, the government here said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 26, 2025

It is set to remain in the small Caribbean nation until Thursday, during which time a contingent of US Marines will conduct joint training with local defense forces.

From Barron's • Oct. 26, 2025

International organizations and the country’s defense forces were arriving to help, according to Mr. Tsaka.

From New York Times • May 25, 2024

The defense forces of our Allies now number five million men, several thousand combatant ships, and over 25,000 aircraft.

From State of the Union Address by Eisenhower, Dwight D. (Dwight David)