Nuclear Weapons on a Shifting Strategic Landscape

April 02, 2020 00:24:44
Nuclear Weapons on a Shifting Strategic Landscape
Modern War Institute
Nuclear Weapons on a Shifting Strategic Landscape

Apr 02 2020 | 00:24:44

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Show Notes

This episode features a conversation with retired US Air Force Gen. Kehler, former commander of US Strategic Command, which oversees America's strategic nuclear arsenal. He talks about how deterrence has changed since the Cold War, and what role he sees for nuclear weapons in the face of new global security challenges. Note: This episode was originally released in January 2019.

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