Guardians of U.S. Satellites
Guardians of U.S. Satellites
by Crooks-Johnson, Jenny
ISBN: 9798892601696
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Satellites orbiting Earth make life easier for people all over the world. These devices high above the planet make technology such as global television and modern banking possible. Satellites also play key roles in keeping the United States safe from its enemies. The Space Force is the newest branch of the U.S. military. Among its many responsibilities is protecting U.S. satellites from a variety of dangers, including possible attacks, damage from the sun, and even crashes with other satellites. Part of The U.S. Space Force series, Guardians of U.S. Satellites discusses the ways the Space Force tracks and protects these important devices that make modern life on the planet possible.
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Copyright:
Imprint: Mitchell Lane
Category: NonfictionInterest Level:
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AR Title: No
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Dewey Number: 520.0
Page Count: 48
Trim: 6 1/2 x 9 1/4
The U.S. Space Force Series
The U.S. Space Force is an informative book series about the United States’ newest military branch. From how the Space Force was created to the technology it uses to keep the nation safe, these books answer the questions young people have about what Space Force Guardians do. These men and women are tasked with protecting U.S. interests far beyond the realm of any other armed forces groups. With striking color photographs, a fun Find Out More section, and a useful index, this series discusses what is involved in joining and serving in the U.S. Space Force, and why this military branch is so vital in the modern era.
