- Jul 28, 2016
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I came across this today. It felt 'random' enough to make me pay attention. It makes me wonder what follows...
From the (very brief) article:
Cape Cod Air Force Station Now Renamed As Space Force Station
Cape Cod Air Force Base has been renamed Cape Cod Space Force Station.
boston.cbslocal.com
From the (very brief) article:
andThe Space Force is now the United States sixth military branch. The base will serve as home of the 6th Space Warning Squadron, where they provide missile warning, missile defense and space surveillance.
“Renaming Air Force installations where space operations is the primary mission more closely reflects the overall mission of the base,” said Whiting. “Renaming these installations is critical to building a distinct culture and identity for the Space Force.”