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Northwest Passage bases depend on logistics

A reliable answer requires an infrastructure study, because a tactically attractive site is useful only if roads, railways, and dependable supply routes can sustain it.

Question

Where should patrol bases for the Northwest Passage be placed?

Short answer

A reliable answer requires an infrastructure study, because a tactically attractive site is useful only if roads, railways, and dependable supply routes can sustain it.

Notes

Choosing Northwest Passage patrol bases would require a study of the supporting infrastructure. A geographically suitable site is useful only if supplies can reach it. Relevant questions include where a railway or adequate road network can be built and maintained. The stated preference is to avoid a base that depends entirely on sea transport for supplies.