The U.S. Naval Station in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba is more than just a prison.
While the detention facility has gained infamy for housing enemy combatants since 2002, locking up terrorism suspects is just a small part of the overall mission of those stationed here.
Located on the southeastern end of Cuba, "Gitmo" has served as a vital refueling station and safe port for U.S. ships since 1898. Military members serving here provide regional security for Navy and Coast Guard ships — and guard towers along miles of fence line serve as a constant reminder that they are in unfriendly territory.
Many journalists who travel here only cover the detention facility — and miss the hidden gems.
This is probably what comes to mind when most people think of Guantanamo Bay.
Small cells filled with mostly faceless, nameless people from…wherever…
The only thing certain for many is that detainees here are doing hard time. Whatever that is.
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