SPACECOM
Military abbreviation · Military Unit and Organization
| Stands for | United States Space Command |
|---|---|
| Categories | Military |
SPACECOM stands for United States Space Command, a military unit and organization abbreviation.
Combatant command for military operations in space, including protecting satellites, deterring attacks and supporting other commands with space capabilities. Space Force units provide most of its forces.
Example: SPACECOM tracked the debris from the anti-satellite test to warn satellite operators.
Usage notes
The first Space Command existed from 1985 to 2002, when it merged into Strategic Command. It was re-established on August 29, 2019. The choice of its permanent headquarters location, contested between Colorado and Alabama, has been a long-running political dispute.
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