A two-stage Ground-Based Interceptor missile launches June 6, 2010 from Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel announced March 15, 2013 increased missile defense in response to threats from North Korea.

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A two-stage Ground-Based Interceptor missile launches June 6, 2010 from Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA. Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel announced March 15, 2013 increased missile defense in response to threats from North Korea.

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Location: Vandenberg Air Force Base, California
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