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An Inside Look At A Philadelphia Military Base Ahead Of The U.S. Navy's 250th Birthday
Behind these gates in Northeast Philadelphia, more than 1,100 civilians and military personnel play a vital role in keeping the U.S. safe.
October 1, 2025
Behind these gates in Northeast Philadelphia, more than 1,100 civilians and military personnel play a vital role in keeping the U.S. safe. Welcome to NAVSUP Weapons System Support.
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"We like to say here in Philadelphia, we keep 'em flying," Capt. Tony Bannister, director of aviation operations at NAVSUP Weapons System Support, said.
The 250th birthdays of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps are coming up this year. The Navy's turning 250 on Oct. 13 and the Marines the following month. Celebrations will take over the city beginning next week, but before that, CBS News Philadelphia went inside the Navy installation in Northeast Philly to discuss its storied legacy in keeping the country safe.
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