Springfield Armory shutdown sparks widespread protests
Springfield faces massive impact as the Defense Department closes the 170 year old Springfield Armory and 94 other bases. About 2,400 workers lose jobs. area unemployment rises to 11,000. Mayor Ryan meets McNamara to argue the move harms national security and local economy.
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Springfield Mass Armory
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Charles V. Ryan
Pentagon
Washington
Ryan
Robert McNamara
McNamara
United States
U S Firms Commitment In Southeast Asia War
UPI report analyzes President Johnson's Southeast Asia stance as the United States escalates raids from bases in South Vietnam Thailand and carrier fleets. It notes the breakdown of Geneva Laos neutrality, rising civilian and military risk, and the influence of China and the Soviet Union on final conflict scope.
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Southeast Asia
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Viet Nam
Pathet Lao
Laos
Sen
Wayne Morse
Oregon
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