The Strategic Context for Assessing Long Range Offense and Active Defense.

Abstract

This technical report discusses the relation between systems for attack and systems for active defense, assesses various courses of action, and identifies critical technologies. It warns against certain forms of arms agreements, and points out of the paralyzing effects of a belief in mutual assured destruction. It also discusses the consequences of nuclear proliferation. Keywords: Active defense, Strategic offense, Arms control, MAD(Mutual Assured Destruction).

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 27, 1986
Accession Number
ADA188892

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