Between 1989 and 1995, commissioners closed down almost 100 military bases. The process was hailed as a means to take politics out of base closure, and it succeeded insofar as surplus bases closed after a ten-year hiatus. But the author of this volume asserts that the politics of base protection continued.

Covers all military bases within each branch of the armed services. Examines the Commission's findings, discusses current activities at specific bases, and makes recommendations. Considers community concerns about base closures and realignments. Analyzes the history of base closures and the procedures for decision-making. Note: this is the last report by the Commission.