Fight for the Final Frontier: Irregular Warfare in Space, By: John J. Klein

Selected for the U.S. Space Command 2024 Commander's Reading List

Selected for USSF's National Security Space Institute 2024 Space Professional Reading List

"Fight for the Final Frontier" delves into the emerging strategic challenges in space, applying the principles of irregular warfare to offer new insights into understanding conflict in this domain. As modern security threats evolve beyond traditional armed conflict, incidents in space often defy conventional rules of engagement. This book reexamines those assumptions, providing a fresh perspective on strategic competition in the cosmos.

Author John J. Klein introduces an innovative approach to addressing the growing number of malicious and irresponsible actions in space by utilizing an irregular warfare framework. His insights redefine how conflicts involving both state and non-state actors are viewed. emphasizing that any "war" in space will be unlike anything experienced on Earth. Lessons from past conflicts are drawn upon to underscore the importance of understanding the unique flashpoints in space.

"Fight for the Final Frontier" offers a vital foundation for navigating the complex nature of space conflict. While the fundamentals of warfare persist, the space domain demands new strategies and concepts. Klein identifies key areas of competition and conflict, guiding readers through the critical ideas necessary for operating in this bold, uncharted territory.

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