US troops in Germany are legacy of World War II, Cold War Ben Knight © 2026 Deutsche Welle

US troops in Germany are legacy of World War II, Cold War Ben Knight 01/09/2026January 9, 2026 Donald Trump's desire to acquire Greenland has raised questions about the US's commitment to NATO. The US maintains a major military presence in Germany — a vital part of its post-World War II national defense strategy. https://www.dw.com/en/us-troops-in-germany-are-legacy-of-world-war-ii-cold-war/a-49998340 © 2026 Deutsche Welle