Belgium Hosts 1,122 Active US Soldiers, Ranking 10th in Europe
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Over 50,000 US soldiers are stationed in Europe, with Belgium ranking 10th for largest bases outside the US. According to the Defense Manpower Data Center, Belgium has 1,122 active-duty soldiers, primarily from the Army (599) and Air Force (393), surpassing Puerto Rico and Cuba.

Feb 8, 2026, 9:27 AM