Hi all! I heard talk about a new branch of the military. Does anyone have info on this? Like its name, what it's for, etc? This has sparked my curiosity. Appreciate the information.
Absolutely, I can provide some details on that! The new branch you're referring to is called the United States Space Force. It was established in December 2019 under the Department of the Air Force. It's the sixth branch of the U.S. military, standing beside the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard.
Its mission is to organize, train, and equip space forces in order to protect U.S. and allied interests in space. Its different responsibilities include tracking space debris, monitoring ballistic missile launches, and maintaining satellites that allow the other branches of the military to communicate.
So in essence, it aims to ensure America's dominance in space, reinforcing the importance that space plays in modern warfare and everyday communications. I hope this helps shed some light on the Space Force for you!
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