The next big thing is here! The next big thing is here!!! Star Wars Prevention!!!!
Golden Dome will revolutionize warfare?
Golden Dome is intended to be a family of systems – some, based on the ground – but centred around a space-based architecture. It would deploy interceptors in orbit capable of being fired from space to intercept enemy missiles during their intra-atmospheric course. These are essentially airborne targets. But once the principle is established that you can target an airborne threat from orbit, a Pandora’s Box opens: why not strike a ground-based target, or a naval target, from space?
This is the beginning of a new era in space warfare. For the first time, the United States has made it its policy to place weapons in space that can conduct space-to-Earth strike – effectively, and eventually, bombardment from orbit. To channel President Trump’s inimitable style, this is HUGE. It is going to be a major departure for US space policy – an expensive programme, with massive industrial and strategic repercussions. [emphasis in original]
First Billy Mitchell gave us "victory through air power" hopes. Small drones gave us "victory through tiny air power" hopes.
And now we have "victory through the 'ultimate high ground' in orbit" being unveiled. After Lord knows how much time and money, of course.
I don't think this vision of the future is going to happen. I only hope that Golden Dome is good enough to restore the continental United States as a sanctuary for power projection.
Or screw caution, let's just go completely nuts on this revolutionary era path!
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