ID | 137243 |
Title Proper | Missile strategy in a post-nuclear age |
Language | ENG |
Author | Ayson, Robert ; Leah, Christine M |
Summary / Abstract (Note) | While the arrival of nuclear weapons coincided roughly with the development of short, medium, intermediate, and eventually intercontinental missiles, the contribution of missile technology to the deterrence equation is often lost. If nuclear weapons were eliminated, even new generation missiles with conventional payloads could struggle to render effective deterrence. But some of the physical and psychological effects commonly ascribed to nuclear weapons could still be in play. And in a world without nuclear weapons, thinking about the use and control of force from the nuclear age would also deserve renewed attention. |
`In' analytical Note | Journal of Strategic Studies Vol. 38, No.1-2; Feb 2015: p.74-97 |
Journal Source | Journal of Strategic StudiesVol: 38 No 1-2 |
Key Words | Nuclear Weapons ; Military Balance ; Conventional War ; Strategy ; Deterrence, Missiles ; Arms Control, Disarmament |