More Information About Shreveport

Air Service -- The Shreveport Convention Center is just minutes from the Shreveport Regional Airport, which is served by Northwest, Continental, American and Delta Airlines.

Medical Center -- Shreveport is a major regional and biotechnology medical center. One of the finest teaching hospitals in the South, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, and the region’s primary veteran care facility, Overton Brooks Veteran Administration Medical Center, are both located in Shreveport.

Major Manufacturers -- The Shreveport area also includes several major manufacturing facilities such as General Motors, Libbey Glassware, General Electric and Exide.

Largest Employer -- The area’s largest employer is Barksdale Air Force Base, home of the B-52 Stratofortress operations and bomber crew training.

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