ballistic missile defenses

Presents a diverse selection of primary sources representing all sides of the debate in question about nuclear armament.

Drawing upon personal interviews with former members of Ronald Reagan's staff and security council, ambassadors to the USSR, and declassified documents, the author examines Reagan'spolicy regarding nuclear weapons and U.S. diplomacy concerning his Strategic Defense Initiative.

Explains how new defense technology might be used to develop new political policies concerning warfare.

Collects twenty-five essays that address issues concerning nuclear armament, discussing national security, the U.S. response to nuclear weapons and terrorism, and more.

Examines the ways in which the United States has protected itself from foreign missile attacks including the development of cruise missiles, antiballistic missiles, and the Patriot missile.