France launches first Syracuse 4A military communications satellite

France launches first Syracuse 4A military communications satellite

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Category : International Published on: October 30 2021

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  • The Guiana Space Centre in French Guiana successfully launched the first of three Syracuse 4A military communication satellites.
  • Users will be able to easily interchange bigger volumes of data at all levels of the command chain using 'Syracuse 4A.'
  • Its purpose is to let France's armed forces to communicate quickly and securely around the world. 
  • The satellite can scan its immediate surroundings and manoeuvre to avoid an assault.

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  • President: Emmanuel Macron
  • Capital: Paris
  • River passes through Paris: Seine
  • Highest point in France: Mont Blanc
  • Euro banknotes and coins were introduced in France: 2002
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