| ID | 061700 |
| Title Proper | Iraq's chemical weapons legacy: what others might learn from Saddam |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Russell, Richard L |
| Publication | Spring 2005. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Iraq’s experience with chemical weapons provides ample lessons for nation-states looking to redress their conventional military shortcomings. Nation-states are likely to learn from Saddam that chemical weapons are useful for waging war against nation-states ill-prepared to fight on a chemical battlefield as well as against internal insurgents and rebellious civilians. Most significantly, nation-states studying Iraq’s experience are likely to conclude that chemical weapons are not a “poor man’s nuclear weapon” and that only nuclear weapons can deter potential adversaries including the United States. |
| `In' analytical Note | Middle East Journal Vol. 59, No.2;Spring 2005: p 187-208 |
| Journal Source | Middle East Journal Vol: 59 No 2 |
| Key Words | Chemical Weapons-Iraq ; Iraq ; United States ; Chemical Weapons ; WMD-Iraq |