The article discusses the strategic importance of space in military operations and why many countries fund astrophysics research as part of their defense strategies. It explores the historical context and the benefits of controlling space as a high ground in military tactics.

Understanding how investments in fundamental science can have strategic implications for defense.

Space Is the Ultimate ‘High Ground.’ That’s Why Militaries Fund Astrophysics.

Many advances in our understanding of the cosmos are by-products of government investment in warfare

Space Is the Ultimate High Ground. That’s Why Militaries Fund Astrophysics

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