The Post-Standard  reports that the arrests Sunday came after a series of rallies and  workshops held in Syracuse over the weekend by the Upstate Coalition to Ground  the Drones and End the Wars.

A group of people lying on the base’s driveway were arrested. Charges include  disorderly conduct, obstructing governmental administration and loitering. About  250 people had marched to the gates, some pounding drums and chanting.

The base is home to the 174th Attack Wing of the New York Air National Guard,  which operates unmanned, armed drones. They are used for intelligence gathering  and bombing ground targets.