How did Mildenhall become crucial to the US Air Force? – BBC

How did Mildenhall become crucial to the US Air Force?  BBC U.S. aircraft abruptly depart a second U.K. base  The Washington Post Exclusive | U.S. Aircraft Evacuated From Second U.K. Base Due to Iran Threat  WSJ More than 12 US military aircraft leave second UK base  BBC Britain says its bases are safe after US refuelling planes evacuated  Reuters Source: