This book examines the issues surrounding the potential development by the United States of a space-based laser weapons program. It addresses criticisms of the proposed program and considers its future in light of developments in U.S. defense strategy and doctrine.
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This book examines the issues surrounding the potential development by the United States of a space-based laser weapons program. It addresses criticisms of the proposed program and considers its future in light of developments in U.S. defense strategy and doctrine.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. With owner's name and inscription inside cover. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 400grams, ISBN: 0865319375.
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Very good, ex-lib. 230, wraps, figures, table, chapter notes, index, "Property of the National Security Archive" stamp on half-title pg--only lib mark. A comprehensive examination of the issues surrounding the potential development by the United States of a space-based laser weapons program. Topics covered include "Introduction and Overview of Policy Issues" by Keith B. Payne; "Space-Based Ballistic Missile Defense: An Overview of the Technical Issues" by Patrick J. Friel; "Implications of Arms Control Agreements and Negotiations for Space-Based BMD Lasers" by Alan M. Jones, Jr.; "Space-Based Lasers for Ballistic Missile Defense: Soviet Policy Options" by Rebecca V. Strode; "Space-Based Lasers and the Evolution of Strategic Thought" by Barry R. Schneider; and "The Strategic Nuclear Policy of the Reagan Administration, Trends, Problems, and the Potential Relevance of Space-Based Laser Weapons" by Colin S. Gray.
