Weapons in Space

“Weapons in Space will serve as a useful case study in a number of subject areas and will offer valuable lessons for researchers and policymakers for years to come.” —Journal of Policy and Strategy “Weapons in Space is a major accomplishment in the political and historical study of outer space. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the transnational history and politics of outer space, especially for those more interested in its military, industrial, and political dimensions.” —H-Net Reviews “Drawing on previously classified documents, Bateman pulls back the curtain on political and diplomatic discussions. While rooted in the past, the book is a serious contribution to contemporary international security scholarship because we continue to have concerns about the weaponization of space today.” —Binding Hook “Bateman succeeds in making a complex topic accessible... The book is worthwhile for anyone interested in exploring the intersection of technology and politics in military strategy, offering lessons that remain relevant in today’s increasingly complex global security environment.” —Journal of Military Strategy “This work is a must read for space enthusiasts and policy makers so that we do not repeat past mistakes and keep near and outer space a safe adventure for all.” —Choice “Splendid archival research and compelling analysis. Bateman has rendered invaluable service by unravelling the complexities of outer space militarization and deftly situating these within the broader historical, political and strategic context… Weapons in Space is a classic.” —RUSI Journal “Bateman’s astute historical analysis is an essential read for anyone wanting to learn more about the militarization of space, the SDI’s impact on arms control and its legacy today.” —International Affairs “Amidst a resurgence in space exploration enthusiasm, [Bateman’s] detailed analyses remind us of the inseparable links between technological advancement, geopolitics, and national security.” —China International Strategy Review “Weapons in Space offers a crucial reminder that space flight and space technologies were never separate from Cold War policies.” —British Journal for the History of Science “Weapons in Space is an important contribution to the literature.” —Joint Force Quarterly “Presents a history of the 'black world' of American national security space activities that truly breaks new ground.” —Diplomatic History