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11. Nuclear Deterrence and Theory
Nuclear Deterrence and Theory
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05/15/2013

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What is deterrance?
Definition
A state of mind on by a credible threat of unacceptable counteraction.
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What are Characteristics of deterrance theory?
Definition
National will
Perception
Capability
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Deterrance theory challenges NCO's todo what?
Definition
Understand how readiness impacts the Air Force's ability to wage war and how our adversaries judge our leaders and our national power
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What is the role of nuclear weapons in deterrence?
Definition
a. Discourage terrorists and rogue nations from attacking the U.S.
b. If we should fail, stop any conflict as quickly as possible under procedures approved by our nation
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What is the relationship between nuclear deterrence and national strategy and policy
Definition
a. It’s how operations will be conducted
b. Plans for achieving national objectives
c. Nuclear deterrence makes up the majority of U.S. deterrence
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86) Who makes the decision to employ nuclear weapons?
Definition
a. President
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What are the nuclear employment planning factors?
Definition
a. Knowledge of enemy force strength
b. Types of weapons available
c. Status/disposition of friendly forces
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Who is the authority for the requirements and planning document used for DoD stockpiles planning projections?
Definition
Nuclear Weapons Council
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Who is the authority for national security directives used for nuclear employment?
Definition
President
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What is the “new triad”?
Definition
a. Capabilities including non-kinetic and conventional strike capabilities
b. Integrated ballistic and cruise missile defense
c. Responsive infrastructure
d. Robust C2 system
e. Advanced intelligence adaptive planning systems
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What is nuclear employment?
Definition
Authority, planning documents and employments factors that involve the President, SECDEF, CJCS staff and combatant commanders
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What is nuclear proliferation?
Definition
a. The spread of nuclear material, fissile material, and weapons-related nuclear technology and information
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What is nuclear non-proliferation?
Definition
a. Measures to limit and/or stop the spread of nuclear weapons, fissile material, and weapons-related nuclear material.
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