A Ground-based missile Interceptor is launched by the US Air Force 30th Space Wing January 26, 2013 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 Ground-based missile Interceptor is launched by the US Air Force 30th Space Wing January 26, 2013 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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