As the U.S. geared up for World War II in 1942, military base construction peaked, accommodating over 4 million soldiers and 180,000 hospital beds. Following this boom, the need for new installations dwindled; since 1950, only 11 new military bases have been established. Evaluating military installations reveals their importance in shaping local and national economies, creating job opportunities, and promoting regional spending. The article explores America's newest military bases to highlight their potential economic impact and the contemporary landscape of military infrastructure.
Since 1950, only 11 new military bases have opened in the U.S., demonstrating the significant construction boom of the 1940s that met wartime needs.
Military bases contribute to the economy nationally and locally by creating jobs and fostering economic activity in the surrounding areas.
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