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Logistics Support Area (LSA) Anaconda

      LSA Anaconda, the largest support base (15 square miles) in Iraq, is reportedly nicknamed "Mortaritaville" because of the frequency of mortar/rocket attacks on the base. Located near Balad Airbase, 68 kilometers north of Baghdad.

Four cafeteria-style dining facilities are run on the post by civilian contractors. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and midnight dinner are served. A variety of food is served including hot meals, fresh fruit, and beverages. A post exchange is also operated so soldiers can buy canned goods and snacks.

For entertainment, LSA Anaconda has two swimming pools, which were built by Iraqis before the war. Also, a first-run movie theater and fitness gym are operated on base. Religious services are provided by military chaplains, and there are smaller events run by individual soldiers or units.

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