Editor(s): Lowther, Adam B.; Cimbala, Stephen J. Num Pages: 220 pages, 4 black & white tables, 26 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KBB; HBW; JPWL; JWJ; JWMN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 165 x 241 x 18. Weight in Grams: 496. . 2016. 1st Edition. Hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Title: Defending the Arsenal: Why America s Nuclear Modernization Still Matters
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Publication Date: 2016
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1138204544
ISBN 13: 9781138204546
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: New

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One important area of interest within military and policy circles focuses on an effort to revitalize the nuclear triad amidst a number of competing strategic interests. The difficulties arising from US engagement in Iraq and Afghanistan are leading many scholars and policy makers to question whether a reinvigorated nuclear triad has any role in deterring modern adversaries. This volume takes an unashamed pro-nuclear modernization position and argues for designing and fielding new nuclear warheads and delivery systems (submarine, ICBM, and bomber) while also arguing against signing the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty or agreeing to further reductions in the nuclear arsenal. It also argues that nuclear deterrence remains as relevant today, perhaps more, than it was during the Cold War. With so many authors advocating for "Global Zero" and highlighting perceived dangers from a nuclear arsenal, this work stands in stark contrast to the chorus of anti-arsenal works. Because of the work’s structure and effort to answer questions of current relevance, it should appeal to a broad audience including: service staffs, PME students, COCOM staffs, Pentagon personnel, Capitol Hill staffers, policy makers, academics, graduate students, and interested readers.

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Adam B. Lowther, Director, School of Advanced Nuclear Deterrence Studies.

Stephen J. Cimbala, Penn State University--Brandywine.

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