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Historically, America relied on larger bases to support its military endeavors, but the increasing sophistication of Chinese weaponry has forced a reassessment of this approach. By reactivating World War II-era airfields across the Pacific, the U.S. can bolster its defensive posture midstrategically while mitigating risks associated with concentrated military targets.
The Emerging Threat from China
The need for American revitalization efforts is underscored by the growing capabilities of the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), which has assembled its largest naval fleet near Taiwan in decades. China is rapidly enhancing its military assets with ambitious goals to dominate the first island chain by 2030 and extend its reach to the second island chain by 2050.