In order to describe the basic role of cruise missiles today, the brochure begins with a brief discussion of their construction and capabilities as well as the history of their development. It is critical to realize, in this context, that the modern strategic air-launched cruise missile evolved in order to prevent the relatively slow-flying and recallable manned bomber forces from becoming obsolete. These bomber forces were in danger of being replaced by highly accurate and swift ballistic missiles, which entailed significant risks for strategic stability. The brochure also examines existing arms control agreements pertaining to cruise missiles, paying particular attention to the issue of how they are verified.


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    Titel :

    Cruise Missiles; Background, Technology and Verification


    Erscheinungsdatum :

    1987


    Format / Umfang :

    69 pages



    Medientyp :

    Report


    Format :

    Keine Angabe


    Sprache :

    Englisch




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