Vela detection of South Afr

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>"... At one time, the U.S. had several Vela satellites in orbit that were
>designed to look for missile launches and/or nuclear detonations.  I don't
>have a clue as to whether these satellites are still in operation (or even in
>orbit).

A little while ago, I posted a list of lost satellites.  The 12 Vela sats were
listed as among those whose current situation is unknown.

Jay Respler
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