the world, particularly after President John F. Kennedy was briefed after his inauguration that the missile gap was not a concern.

;1961 closures: On March 28, 1961, President Kennedy announced the closure of 73 military establishments.

;1964 closures: "In December 1963, Secretary McNamara announced the closure of twenty-six DOD installations or activities in the CONUS".

;1965 closures: Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara