Price Barracks, Military base in Ladyville, Belize.
Price Barracks is a military installation near Philip Goldson International Airport that serves as headquarters for the British Army Training Support Unit and the Belize Defence Force. The facility covers extensive land and is used for specialized jungle warfare training courses.
The base was established in the 1970s during the British Honduras period and was named after George Cadle Price, the first Prime Minister of independent Belize. It became a center for jungle warfare training as the country developed its military capabilities.
The military base received its name after George Cadle Price, the first Prime Minister of Belize, following the country's independence in September 1981.
Access to the base is restricted since it operates as an active military facility. Visitors need to obtain advance permission and follow security procedures.
The facility includes a renovated recreational club with dining options available to troops after intensive training. This shows how the base provides recovery spaces for soldiers who complete demanding jungle exercises.
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