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June 30, 2022
Schriever SFB welcomes new space squadron, commander

The 53rd Space Operations Squadron unfurled their colors during an activation ceremony at The Hub on Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, June 29, 2022.The activation of 53rd SOPS, assigned under Space Delta 8 – Satellite Communications and Navigational Warfare, signified the transfer of the 53rd
Aug. 23, 2018
SMDC senior leader discusses his career path, unique role of National Guard in command's mission

A U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command leader recently sat down and answered questions regarding his career path in the National Guard.
Aug. 23, 2018
SMDC is the model Army multicomponent force

Ever since humans took to the skies in hot air balloons, aerial attack has been a viable wartime strategy. Airplanes became faster and reached higher and higher into the sky. With the advent of rockets and missiles during World War II, attacks could come from greater distances with more speed. In
April 30, 2018
SMDC welcomes newest SES member to leadership position

The U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command’s newest member of the Senior Executive Service officially joined its ranks April 19.
April 30, 2018
Space capabilities crucial to Army readiness

The Army’s warfighting functions — mission command, movement and maneuver, fires, protection, intelligence, and sustainment — are all enhanced by incorporating space capabilities.
April 30, 2018
Space Symposium panel discusses ‘Army Space Today’

A seven-member panel focused on “Army Space Today” discussed the changing operating environment in space during the 34th Space Symposium at the Broadmoor here April 19.
March 21, 2018
Col. Glenn O. Mellor promotion

Col. Glenn O. Mellor, commander, 53rd Signal Battalion, 1st Space Brigade, U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command, receives his new rank from his wife Cyndi during a promotion ceremony March 15 at The Club on Peterson Air Force Base, Colo. (U.S. Air Force photo by
Feb. 14, 2018
49th Missile Defense Battalion Soldier helps lead inaugural All Army Hockey team to championship

It's something every athlete dreams of -- scoring the decisive goal clinching victory for one's team.
May 24, 2017
Best Warriors face off for top honors

Seven of the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic Command’s top warriors faced off this week to determine who would be the command’s 2017 Best Warriors.