The military role in space: a summary of official, public justifications

Expert InsightsPublished 1962

Comments on the interdependence of scientific, military, and commercial uses of space. While American policy has generally emphasized its use for peaceful purposes, military needs have had to be recognized. The basic justifications for the military interest in space have been that: (1) military activities in space should be regarded as extensions of regular military activities; (2) only those space activities fulfilling strict proof of military requirement should be encouraged; and (3) it is necessary to engage in basic research to create building blocks for space systems of future military value. 29 pp.

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  • Year: 1962
  • Pages: 36
  • Document Number: P-2681

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