Source: United States Space Force
Summary: The U.S. Space Force, established on December 20, 2019, is dedicated to securing national interests in space through combat-ready forces, fostering the Guardian spirit, and building partnerships. As a new branch of the armed services, it consolidates space operations, satellite acquisition, and budgets from over 60 organizations into a unified service, enhancing the military’s efficiency and effectiveness in space. Space capabilities are vital for national security, economic prosperity, and daily life, with satellites providing critical functions like communication, GPS, and weather monitoring. The Space Force, organized under the Department of the Air Force, operates major bases in California, Colorado, and Florida, with more than 14,000 personnel known as “Guardians.” It manages space launch operations, satellite control, and space surveillance to protect U.S. and allied interests, ensuring space superiority against growing adversarial threats.
https://www.spaceforce.mil/About-Us/About-Space-Force