The article discusses the impact of climate change on U.S. military operations in the Arctic, highlighted by the release of the B-grade monster movie The Deadly Mantis in 1957. As Arctic temperatures rose during the late 1940s amid Cold War tensions, the military was concerned about potential vulnerabilities in its northern defenses against a Soviet invasion. This led to the establishment of research initiatives focused on snow and ice, laying the groundwork for understanding the implications of climate change on national security. Over time, the military evolved its perspective, recognizing climate change as both a direct threat and a multiplier of existing security challenges.
The U.S. military's involvement in Arctic research symbolizes an early recognition of climate change as a significant threat to national security.
In the Cold War context, warming Arctic temperatures were perceived as a potential vulnerability that could jeopardize national defense against Soviet threats.
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