[Gamecock]

The Pentagon also spends more than $9 billion to operate 254 grocery stores throughout the United States to benefit military retirees.

Actually, they benefit active duty military families AND retirees.

Frankly, I am not a fan of commissaries. One can find better products for the same price off base. But there are some bases that don't have a grocery store nearby.....

[Future Snake Eater]

Frankly, I am not a fan of commissaries. One can find better products for the same price off base.

I keep a very close eye on my family's grocery spending. The commissary is indeed much cheaper. We routinely save well over $100/mo on commissary shopping vs. chain store shopping. And, since commissaries have the same products as any normal grocery store, I'm not sure how you can "find better products."

[Portcall24]

Fort Irwin, CA...35 miles to civilization and I mean civilization, but right next to Death Valley.