Locating Air Force Base Sites: History's Legacy

by Frederick J. Shaw, Ph.D. Daniel L. Haulman, Ph.D. Forrest L. Marion

Air Force History and Museums Program.
Edited by Frederick J. Shaw. 
Describes military, technical, economic, and political reasoning that has influenced the location, or basing, of major flying and non-flying units in the continental United States, excluding Alaska, between 1907 and 2003. Deals with the basing of bomber, fighter, airlift and missile units, training installations, logistic centers, and product centers. Intended as a reference work offering historical perspective on current basing issues. Examines four critical periods in the history of the United States Air Force basing.

215 pages, Paperback

First published March 9, 2005