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What is the US Space Force doing in Greenland?

Julian Dossett
27 January 2025
7 min
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The US Space Force operates Pituffik Space Base in Greenland to enhance missile defence, satellite communication, and Arctic security. Its strategic location supports NATO allies, satellite tracking, and global Arctic operations.
READ: What is the US Space Force doing in Greenland?

References

  • Space.com: High factual reporting
  • COLLECTIONS/The Runway (airforce.gov.au) 
  • RAAF RUNWAY: RATIONALE, GUIDELINES, LEARNING OUTCOMES, ETC 
 

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