Diego Garcia; America's strategic military island in the heart of the Indian Ocean Diego Garcia is a coral island in the Chagos Archipelago in the central Indian Ocean, home to one of the most important joint US-UK military installations. The geographical location of this island made it a strategic point for supporting military forces stationed in the Middle East, South Asia, East Africa and the Indo-Pacific region.
Why is Diego Garcia's foundation important to America? The importance of this base is not limited to its geographical location. A runway suitable for heavy military aircraft, refueling facilities, communication facilities and a deep water port provide the possibility to support air and sea operations. Click the link below to read more.