| Description |
1 online resource ([102] pages) : illustrations (some color) |
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text txt rdacontent |
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computer c rdamedia |
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online resource cr rdacarrier |
| Summary |
Time critical conventional strike from long standoff ranges into restricted or denied territory has been an operational, policy, and acquisition challenge for a long time. In situations in which time is not a factor and/or in which sufficient U.S. forces are deployed nearby, the U.S. has demonstrated its ability to strike at identified threats effectively. However, in situations in which time is a factor and no nearby forces are present, only two options are currently available-- nuclear intercontinental ballistic missile systems(ICBMs)/submarine/sea-launched ballistic missile systems (SLBMs) or no military action. This report recommends a course of action to ensure that there is an appropriate, effective time critical conventional strike option in place. |
| System Details |
Mode of access: Internet from the USGS web site. Address as of 6/23/09: http://www.acq.osd.mil/dsb/reports/2009-04-Time_Critical_Strike.pdf; current access available via PURL. |
| Note |
Title from PDF title screen (viewed June 23, 2009). |
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"March 2009." |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references. |
| Subject |
Warfare, Conventional -- Strategic aspects.
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Offensive (Military science) -- Strategic aspects.
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| Added Title |
Time critical conventional strike from strategic standoff |
| Gpo Item No. |
0307-B (online) |
| Sudoc No. |
D 1.107:ST 8/6 |
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