Command and Control of Nuclear Weapons, The

Synopsis

The command and control of nuclear weapons systems in the USA has been at the centre of much debate about its ability to withstand a pre-emptive nuclear strike. Looks at some of the criticisms of the current system and the response from government and military. Focuses particularly upon the changing nature of weapons systems which have led critics to question the extent to which, in a crisis, command of nuclear forces could remain under democratic control.

Series

Nuclear Weapons: Inquiry, Analysis and Debate, Course U235

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Medium

Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 24 min.

Year of production

1986

Availability

OUT OF DISTRIBUTION

Subjects

Sociology

Keywords

nuclear weapons; United States of America

Credits

Producer

Roger Penfound

Production Company

Name

BBC Open University Productions

Distributor

Name

Open University Worldwide

Web

http://www.ouw.co.uk External site opens in new window

Phone

+44 (0) 1908 274066

Address

Walton Hall
Milton Keynes
MK7 6AA

Notes

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