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Understanding Space Strategy: The Art of War in Space
This book examines the rise of great power competition in space, including the relevant and practical space strategies for China, Russia, the United States, and other countries.
The work discusses the concepts and writings of past strategists, such as Thucydides, Sun Tzu, and Clausewitz, in relation to warfare initiated in or extending into space. This analysis underscores why polities initiate war based upon an assessment of fear, honor, and interest, and explains why this will also be true of war in space. Based upon the timeless strategic writings of the past, the book uncovers the strategy of space warfare, along with the concepts of deterrence, dissuasion, and the inherent right of self-defense, and outlines strategies for great, medium, and emerging space powers. Additionally, it highlights changes needed to space strategy based upon the Law of Armed Conflict, norms of behavior, and Rules of Engagement. The work also examines advancements and emerging trends in the commercial space sector, as well as what these changes mean for the implementation of a practical space strategy. Given the rise of great power competition in space, this work presents a space strategy based upon historical experience.
This book will be of much interest to students of space policy, strategic studies, and International Relations.
The work discusses the concepts and writings of past strategists, such as Thucydides, Sun Tzu, and Clausewitz, in relation to warfare initiated in or extending into space. This analysis underscores why polities initiate war based upon an assessment of fear, honor, and interest, and explains why this will also be true of war in space. Based upon the timeless strategic writings of the past, the book uncovers the strategy of space warfare, along with the concepts of deterrence, dissuasion, and the inherent right of self-defense, and outlines strategies for great, medium, and emerging space powers. Additionally, it highlights changes needed to space strategy based upon the Law of Armed Conflict, norms of behavior, and Rules of Engagement. The work also examines advancements and emerging trends in the commercial space sector, as well as what these changes mean for the implementation of a practical space strategy. Given the rise of great power competition in space, this work presents a space strategy based upon historical experience.
This book will be of much interest to students of space policy, strategic studies, and International Relations.
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257 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 7, 2019
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September 30, 2020
It seems that as long as there are money to suck from the general public the governmental bureaucrats will find new ways to bring material destruction to Humanity.
January 31, 2020
Understanding Space Strategy: The Art of War in Space seeks to increase the level of understanding concerning the fundamental aspects of strategy for military operations in space, as well as an appreciation for the distinctive art of conducting war in space. This is no small feat, for while the basic nature of war is persistent, each domain possesses unique characteristics, and as yet our experiences related to conflict in space are still scarce.
Starting the discussion with space as a warfighting domain before moving-on to the frameworks of strategy and their applicability to space, the author, John J. Klein, provides a solid foundation for further discussion based on historic precedence. The book then looks at how nations with varying amounts of influence, both globally and in space, might build appropriate strategies to shape and guide their space activities. The author also discusses various commercial technologies that have recently gained traction, as well as highlighting some future trends, before concluding the book by examining concerns for the future.
This well-researched book is a great source for anyone interested in considering the enduring aspects of building a lasting presence in space. It will be of particular benefit to those who have had limited interaction with space operations, or perhaps more importantly those who are seeking to better understand their role as space operators within a larger context.
https://www.japcc.org/portfolio/journ...
Starting the discussion with space as a warfighting domain before moving-on to the frameworks of strategy and their applicability to space, the author, John J. Klein, provides a solid foundation for further discussion based on historic precedence. The book then looks at how nations with varying amounts of influence, both globally and in space, might build appropriate strategies to shape and guide their space activities. The author also discusses various commercial technologies that have recently gained traction, as well as highlighting some future trends, before concluding the book by examining concerns for the future.
This well-researched book is a great source for anyone interested in considering the enduring aspects of building a lasting presence in space. It will be of particular benefit to those who have had limited interaction with space operations, or perhaps more importantly those who are seeking to better understand their role as space operators within a larger context.
https://www.japcc.org/portfolio/journ...
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