Military & Warfare

First New Armed Forces Branch Since 1947

The United States Space Force was established as an independent military service branch within the Department of the Air Force. This move marked a significant expansion of U.S. military capabilities into space, driven by growing national security concerns regarding space as a potential battlefield. Unlocking the complexities of space defense required a dedicated force to protect American interests in space, reflecting a strategic shift in how the U.S. perceives the domain of space warfare.

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