BREAKING: U.S. shoots down intercontinental-range missile for 1st time in key test for defense system

Having trouble viewing this email? | View it in your browser   The military launched the interceptor from a silo at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California in an attempt to shoot down a test missile fired from Kwajalein Atoll in the Pacific. The test, which comes amid heightening tensions with North Korea, was a major challenge because an intercontinental ballistic missile flies faster than a shorter-range missile. FOR MORE ON THIS STORY, GO TO:   USATODAY.COM     Help | Advertise | Home Delivery | Privacy Policy - Your California Privacy Rights     © 2017 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. 7950 Jones Branch Drive, McLean, VA 22108