nuclear weapons

An analysis of the nuclear capabilities of the United States and the Soviet Union.

Discusses the events that brought about the nuclear age, the economics of the arms race, the Star Wars proposal, and the possibilty of nuclear terrorism by Third World guerillas.

Wen Ho Lee, an American scientist born in Taiwan who had devoted almost his entire life to science and to helping improve U.S. defense capabilities, discusses how his life changed after he was accused of being a spy by members of Congress in the late 1990s.

Reconstructs the drama and dynamics of Hanford's transformation as the nation's prime bomb-maker and polluter to an industry forced at long last to face the century's most daunting task--closing the circle on the splitting of the atom.

Addresses the critical issues surrounding the consequences of the spread of nuclear weapons.

Traces the origins of the nuclear arms race of the mid-twentieth century, focusing on the story of "First Lightning, " the 1949 Soviet test bomb.

Contains articles that explore the history of nuclear weapons and nonproliferation efforts, examines issues and controversies related to the topic, and includes a chronology, a look at notable people and events, facts and documents, a list of organizations, associations, and governmental agencies, and a selection of print and nonprint resources.

U.S. Air Force Brigadier General Patrick McLanahan is sent to train a tactical strike unit designed to seek out and destroy enemy missiles, but he runs out of time when a surprise attack results in the formation of the United Republic of Korea and this newest nuclear power's refusal to destroy captured weapons threatens to set off WWIII.

Traces the development of nuclear weapons from 1945 to the present and examines the arms race between the United States and the Soviet Union, the likely results of nuclear warfare, and the progress of arms control and disarmament.

Examines the inner workings and plans of Iran's mullahs, revealing President Ahmadinejad's radical roots and involvement in an organization with terrorist links, his role in Iran's weapons program, the country's involvement with Iraq, and its broader goals for the future of the Middle East.