220607-N-OX321-1024 NAVAL AIR STATION SIGONELLA, Italy (June 7, 2022) – Capt. Aaron F. Shoemaker, commanding officer, Naval Air Station Sigonella, speaks to attendees during a ceremony commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Midway held on NAS Sigonella, June 7, 2022. The Battle of Midway is often regarded as a critical turning point in the Pacific during World War II. NAS Sigonella’s strategic location enables , allied, and partner nation forces to deploy and respond as required, ensuring security and stability in Europe, Africa and Central Command.

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