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What is Space Command?

Space Command, established in 2021, is the UK's unified military command for all space operations. It brings together personnel from the Royal Navy, Army, and Royal Air Force to deliver space-based intelligence, surveillance, and communications, ensuring the UK's security and resilience in the space domain.

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