March 16, 2026, marks 100 years since Dr. Robert H. Goddard launched the world’s first liquid-fueled rocket. Over the past century, new and ever more capable liquid-fueled rockets have literally propelled humanity into space. Why liquid-fueled rockets?
Gen. Bernard A. Schriever
A comprehensive look at the U.S. Space Force, including people, equipment, budget, weapons systems, history, and more.
With roots in the near-space photo reconnaissance of the U-2 Dragon Lady, space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance has become increasingly sophisticated and valuable over the past 65 years. Things will only get more interesting in the future.
A comprehensive look at the U.S. Space Force, including people, equipment, budget, weapons systems, history, and more.
Growing threats raise the stakes for why the U.S. must prevail in this essential domain.
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